The reason that it is important—of the utmost importance—for white people, here, to see the Negroes as people like themselves is that white people will not, otherwise, be able to see themselves as they are. — James Baldwin, “East River,… Read More ›
Month: April 2018
You know, we float better in salt water
In the 1980s I heard that a psychotherapist had said to a patient In tears, on the verge of a nervous breakdown – feeling better grounded Would take time; it would be like turning an ocean liner around. I… Read More ›
Uneager reader and undaunted poet talk
“I’m sorry, but I don’t get it.” “What don’t you get?” “Well, this line.” “This one right here?” “For instance.” “What don’t you get about it?” “What it means!” “What do you think it means?” “I have no idea.” “Well,… Read More ›
