Podcast:Throughline Published On: Thu Apr 29 2021 Description: James Baldwin believed that America has been lying to itself since its founding. He wrote, spoke, and thought incessantly about the societal issues that still exist today. As the United States continues to reckon with its history of systemic racism and police brutality, Eddie S. Glaude Jr. guides us through the meaning and purpose of James Baldwin's work and how his words can help us navigate the current moment.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy