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John Nichols
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Robert Dreyfuss
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Kenyon Farrow, Joan Gibbs, Reggie Gossett, Anika Haynes, Hank Williams and Ajamu Sankofa will discuss the life and legacies of black gay author/human rights activist James Baldwin, born on this day in 1924. There will be a showing of rare footage of the debate between Malcolm X and James Baldwin, followed by a community open mic. Bring your favorite Baldwin passages to share! Brecht Forum, 451 West St. (A,C,E, 1,2,3 trains to 14th St.). Suggested donation $6/$10/$15. Free for Brecht Forum subscribers.
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