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James Baldwin's Words Continue to Challenge us 100 Years After His Birth

Notes from America with Kai Wright

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Exploring the Legacy of James Baldwin and Its Modern Resonance

This chapter explores the lasting influence of James Baldwin as a writer and essayist, particularly in relation to contemporary authors like Ta-Nehisi Coates. It emphasizes the importance of revisiting Baldwin's works to understand their depth and the responsibility modern writers have in continuing his legacy amid ongoing social challenges.

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