The Fire This Time: Celebrating James Baldwin On His 97th Birthday

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The Fire This Time: Celebrating James Baldwin On His 97th Birthday

Today marks the 97th birthday of the late novelist and fiery voice for racial and social justice, James Baldwin. To that end, many are honoring the occasion on social media by sharing his quotes and speeches and tributes to him.

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