"Free and Brave" a speech by James Baldwin 1963
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- Опубликовано: 16 янв 2016
- James Baldwin gives a speech in 1963
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James Baldwin had no confusion about the nature of the society in which he lived.
I am white and can say that I have never heard any white American, old or young, speak about the United States with as much understanding as James Baldwin does here, and that I have heard few speakers, black or white, old or young, speak with such fierce honesty about any subject at all. For the true measure of his wisdom, listen to his off-the-cuff answers to the questions he is asked at the end of his speech: not one answer is predictable, and every one is good. And compassionate. This is an amazing performance. I'm glad someone recorded it for us!
A brave gay black man whom, despite his horrific treatment, was never bitter. He encourages all who fall within the sound of his voice to think. No greater thing can be said of an intellectual.
Smart brother with a great understanding of history. One of his favorite quotes: If you don't know where you came from, its impossible to know where you are and where you are going. James is one of my favorite authors.
He is so spectacular! The way that he could explain complex realities into terms that are riveting and easy to understand is truly impeccable. He helps make this life make sense, when far too often and almost always truth is manipulated and our society is illusioned by lies.
How is he NOT in our history books?! Ugh...I know the answer to that question 😞
Outstanding I love all of James Baldwin speeches etc. Very informative and much needed in this day and time.
Everyone should be listening to James Baldwin. I am having all the young people,etc., in the family listen to this exceptional man.
one of our brightest stars.
Two very sad points:
I don't know why I haven't heard of James Baldwin until I was 68 yrs old. This Brother is Very Inspirational and Intelligent. RIP MY BROTHER JAMES BALDWIN
The fear of being incapable of separating ones self from their identity. Is the misappropriation in value one gives to their life. When we become capable of this separation, the truth becomes unavoidable.
He was a Distinguished; Writer, Intellectual, Revolutionary, and Lecturer. He has left a Rich and Profound Body of Work that should be taught in the History Books, Lecture Halls around the World. His Books should be Required Reading in Ivy League College’s and Universities across the Country. Mr. James Baldwin is an Institution and a National Treasure. Thank You for this Film. ❤❤❤❤❤👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I have never heard any man speak with such wisdom.
Happy Birthday Mr. Baldwin,
Love James Baldwin...truly a GREAT literary genius, and civil rights activist... I can greatly appreciate his mind today in light of the reality of
I love this man. Remarkable human being!
The clarity of his understanding brings me to tears.
What a joy to 'discover' James Baldwin at an age, point of life experience and in an era where I can truly appreciate his perspective, vision, intellect and bone-dry wit!
The very last answer proved prophetic. Not just for the long hot summer on the horizon, but for Viet Nam, Chile, El Salvador, Iraq, etc. The answer to the question, to this day, remains, 'violence is the language and currency of America.' Even as we - seemingly helplessly - face the demise of decent human existence, the answer remains the same.