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Monica Norton
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Deputy Managing Editor, The Washington Post
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By Monica Norton Verified| The Washington Post Verified When I was 13, my middle school English teacher introduced me to James Baldwin through his novel "If Beale Street Could Talk." More accurately, she told me I had to read the book. It wasn't an assignment, but it wasn't something I could ignore. Because at that age, teachers held tremendous sway over me. I had worked my way through Nancy Drew, Judy Blume and Paul Zindel. And even though I was a black kid attending majority white schools, I had read black authors.
By Monica Norton Verified| MYSA Verified I devoured James Baldwin's 'If Beale Street Could Talk' when I was 13. It changed my life. Monica Norton, The Washington Post Published 2:19 pm CST, Friday, December 14, 2018 When I was 13, my middle school English teacher introduced me to James Baldwin through his novel "If Beale Street Could Talk." More accurately, she told me I had to read the book. It wasn't an assignment, but it wasn't something I could ignore. Because at that age, teachers held tremendous sway over me.
By Monica Norton Verified| The Washington Post Verified We need to verify that you are an actual person. Is it acceptable or disrespectful to wade in the World War II Memorial fountain? This is a non-scientific user poll. Results are not statistically valid and cannot be assumed to reflect the views of Washington Post users as a group or the general population.
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The Washington Post
The Washington Post is a prominent newspaper in the United States, founded in 1877. It has evolved from its initial alignment with the Democratic Party to an independent stance. The newspaper has a rich history, including a significant turnaround under financier Eugene Meyer in 1933, followed by his son-in-law, Philip Graham, who became publisher in 1947. The Washington Post primarily publishes a daily newspaper that covers a wide array of topics, including national and international news, politics, business, sports, and entertainment. It also offers digital subscriptions, allowing readers to access content online and through mobile apps, featuring breaking news, in-depth analysis, and multimedia elements like videos and podcasts. Additionally, the newspaper includes specialized sections such as The Washington Post Magazine and Style, and it hosts various events and conferences that often feature notable figures in politics and journalism.
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