NYSUT celebrates LGBT+ History Month, Oct. 1–31, with a poster honoring James Baldwin.
Baldwin (1924–1987) was a groundbreaking American novelist, social critic and essayist whose writing explored the intersections of race, sexuality and identity. His masterful works, including Go Tell It on the Mountain, The Fire Next Time, and Another Country, established him as one of the 20th century’s most important literary voices on civil rights and social justice. As a Black gay man in mid-20th-century America, Baldwin courageously lived openly at a time when both racism and homophobia posed significant dangers. His work continues to inspire activists and writers who seek to address multiple dimensions of identity and justice.
Limited print are available to NYSUT members. The poster is also available as a downloadable PDF versions at nysut.org/publications.