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Roxane Gay fleshes out her strong 'Opinions'

Jan 11, 2024
Roxane Gay, author of Opinions, discusses the value of opinions, the overuse of empathy, and the experience of Father's Day shopping. She also speaks out against racism and emphasizes the importance of empathy and bearing witness. Gay reflects on unifying themes in her work and the need to find new ways to convey her intended effect in future books.
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