Today, Sept 9, is the 40th anniversary of John Howard Griffin’s death in 1980. (My reflections below for his centenary in June.) It is significant that his life of radical empathy and solidarity should be remembered in this time of #BLM awakening.
@RobertEllsberg @RobertEllsberg
15 Jun 2020
Here is my take on the centenary of John Howard Griffin: Remembering John Howard Griffin at 100: Catholic Convert who wrote ‘Black Like Me’ americamagazine.org/faith/20…

Sep 9, 2020 · 11:39 AM UTC

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Replying to @RobertEllsberg @KempKeepnItReal
I was re-reading "Black Like Me" yesterday coincidentally. While there are many correct criticisms of the book, it's still a gripping narrative that is amazingly written!
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Replying to @RobertEllsberg
Thanks for the nudge to reread 'Black Like Me,' 50-plus years after my first encounter with it.