"A journalist is not a puppet. He is an entertainer with a clear message."

Cyril Lionel Robert James (1901 - 1989)
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About Cyril Lionel Robert James

Cyril Lionel Robert James, also known as C.L.R. James, was a Trinidadian historian, journalist, socialist theorist, and writer. He is best known for his works on Caribbean history, cricket, and his Marxist perspective on imperialism and colonialism. James was an influential figure in the Pan-African movement and the struggle for independence in several African countries.

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