James Baldwin
James Baldwin was a prominent American writer and social critic known for his eloquent essays and novels addressing love and humanity, reflecting the depth of emotion celebrated on Teddy Day.
Born on Aug 02, 1924 (100 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 2 | 8.00 | 0.11% | +10% | 10,196,709 | 12,674 | $240,000 | 298$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,638 | $700,000 | 456$ |
| South Africa | 1 | 7.00 | 0.30% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 179,723 | $350,000 | 1,061$ |
| Sweden | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 5,217 | $530,000 | 274$ |
| Australia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 13,407 | $1,380,000 | 726$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,656 | $5,100 | 3$ |
| Totals | 7 | 118,789,170 | 219,315 | $3,205,100 | 2,818$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Australia:
James Baldwin is the subject of Raoul Peck's documentary I Am Not Your Negro.
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Ireland:
James Baldwin is one of Morrissey's perennial obsessions, referenced in his performance.
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Sweden:
James Baldwin explores male homosexuality in 'Giovanni's Room'.
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South Africa:
Writer and civil rights activist James Baldwin understood the concept of white superiority as a delusion.
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Portugal:
James Baldwin is mentioned in relation to Raoul Peck's personal motivations for his work.
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Switzerland:
James Baldwin is referenced for his insight on the legacy of Malcolm X and how it has been interpreted over time.
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Portugal:
Bruce Springsteen expressed hope by quoting the great American writer James Baldwin.
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Jamaica:
James Baldwin highlighted the importance of understanding citizenship for democracy.
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Cabo Verde:
James Baldwin is mentioned as a significant author in the podcast about books and authors.
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Switzerland:
James Baldwin's 'Letter from a Region in My Mind' raised public awareness of racism and sexism in the USA.
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