A bookstore named for James Baldwin is counting down to his 100th birthday
Briefly

Baldwin & Co. in New Orleans honors James Baldwin's legacy, resonating with his work on race and social justice. DJ Johnson's upbringing in a segregated neighborhood led to the creation of the bookstore.
Growing up with books, DJ Johnson founded Baldwin & Co. to provide a platform for Black literature. His childhood experiences of racial tensions fueled his passion for promoting social justice.
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