Author James Baldwin | Folks (1986)

This segment from the February 23, 1986, episode of the series “Folks” features Sonya Masingale’s interview with author James Baldwin during his recent visit to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He discusses: his view of school desegregation; the possibility of racial harmony; his favorite writers; and his changing perception of the United States after his time in Europe.
This segment from the February 23, 1986, episode of the series “Folks” features Rob Hinton’s visit to the Southern University College of Agriculture in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He interviews: Dr. Bobby R. Phills, dean of the college; Keith Moore, animal science major; Allen Smith, agribusiness major; Andrew Randall, plant and soil science major; and Dr. James Allen, director of the Center for Small Farm Research.

[@theubcr2pbc863]

Absolute Treasure so glad I had the opportunity to meet him while in Junior High school, he even signed his book for me. God bless this leader of men

[@ala2417]

This country was designed to elevate one race. While focused on keeping others down.

[@abdulsharif6541]

Salute to the Honorable James Baldwin. May He continue to Rest In Peace and Power.

[@harrietjohnson1930]

James Baldwin, forever. A model of unvarnished truth.

[@phyllislen]

Mr James Baldwin was/is a literary genuis .. He was a standup man,, took no prisoners.. Loved him always. I thank my late father for introducing him into my life at the age of 16.

[@kreamteamstudios5807]

Jimmy Baldwin attracted my attention to this channel. Thank you for posting.

[@CurlsandThings]

Me as well. I clicked in very quickly.

[@lacoleslim]

Good stuff.,, thank you.. I just learned has already helped me. Thank you for helping me put a name to my vision and the resources that will be sought after when the time is right.. Thank you Lord🦋❤️🌹😘🙏

[@lpurnell4827]

Baldwin never put his sexuality above being a black man. He didn't hitch the LGBTQ struggle to the struggles of black life. Clearly, he placed one above the other in terms of personal importance. I respect that!

[@allenlott3592]

Absolutely right.

[@BLTKellys]

That doesn’t give straight Black people the right to diminish the struggle of LGBTQ Black people. You don’t have to deal with what they do.

[@lpurnell4827]

@@BLTKellys Absolutely correct. I certainly didn't mean to imply otherwise. However, I'm definitely against any group that tries hitch their star to the wagon of upward black mobility.

[@blossom8155]

Thank you. Take me back to the days when sexuality isn't aunt the front. He let his talent speak for him nooooo clout

[@TylerRickerson]

@@lpurnell4827 why would you make up a straw man argument to divide two groups who are completely intertwined? No one said the black experience wasn't as bad as the gay one; we need to work together and focus on solidarity, not childish prejudice surrounding abstract american masculinity. Obviously slavery was worse but why focus on division between people with a common objective and common foes?

[@djdutchcrowder8789]

I learned of mr. James Baldwin in High School ! I was encouraged by his Stories ! I followed Thereafter ! #Tyler Perry # dj Dutch crowder RUclips !

[@anitadhawan9746]

Thanks very much for this.🙏🏽

[@LPBTV]

You are so welcome!

[@JovhonteFirstOfHisName]

Gotta be to work at 7am but some reason this mans got me on his 3rd video. Btw im still in going to work 😂

[@eslcindy]

I'm on my 2nd video and searching for MORE. His voice is MESMERIZING, while his knowledge is PRICELESS.❤ ~6-22-2021

[@alphaomega8373]

That intro... classic public television!

[@letstalkwithandrewlove7880]

Thanks for sharing

[@girl38rockify]

I'd like to read his books.

[@phyllislen]

His book "The fire next time" is riveting, complex and truthful. Get a copy and read . You will not be disappoint.

[@dennisricky3474]

i have one i can send via email

[@fayetollefson6899]

Wise Black men❣

[@cymonehicks2386]

💜💜💜💜💜

[@reggaetonefitnesstv8910]

"Wake up the sleeping children "

[@normanbrown9225]

I For One Still Believe that For Black Folks to Gain a sense of FREEDOM One has to Own Land. When you own A House Economical Power Comes a Lot EASYER collectively.

[@cymonehicks2386]

💎💎💎💎💎

[@cymonehicks2386]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@amyholcomb6484]

23:23 land ownership

[@slicersharp]

This man sounds like a yard man

[@eslcindy]

Then, you have one HELLUVA "yard" man who is doing YOU a favor by allowing you to employ him.Please consider yourself BLESSED & HONORED to make his acquaintance INDEED.🤗

[@slicersharp]

@@eslcindy wow that’s great! nuff respect

[@tb1119]

"I'm Robin Hinton, the whitest black man on TV. "

[@cynnomoredee5869]

I do hope Yah's people KNOW rabbits are on the DO NOT EAT list. When we get back to the CONVENANT way of life, it will all be over.

[@TechWaltMD]

What will be over? Oppression? Injustice? And what about folks who don't eat rabbit anyway?

[@imfine7839]

NO ANIMALS SHOULD BE EATEN EVER!

[@talksolot]

He lost me when he started invoking his blonde kin.

[@jusme2106]

He spoke the truth.