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“Jazz in itself is not struggling. That is, the music itself is not struggling... It's the attitude that's in trouble. My plays insist that we should not forget or toss away our history.”

Quote by August Wilson

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August Wilson was a renowned American playwright, born on April 27, 1945, and passed away on October 2, 2005. His works are known for their deep exploration of American black history in the 20th century, shedding light on racial, class, and social issues. more

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