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Benjie Johnson

This character is a 13-year-old boy who lives with his mother, grandmother, and his mother’s boyfriend. He begins using drugs.

Jimmy-Lee Powell

This character is not interested in doing drugs. He is doing well in school, sports, and has a part-time job.

Butler Craig

This character and his girlfriend are living in a common-law relationship. They share an apartment with his girlfriend’s mother and son. He works as a janitor.

Nigeria Greene

This character is a Black teacher who believes in nationalism and wants his Black students to understand the world around them and conquer the racism they face.

Rose Johnson (Craig)

This character is a single mother who lives in a common-law relationship with her boyfriend. Her mother also lives with her.

Bernard Cohen

This character is a white teacher at a mostly Black and Hispanic school. He is very successful at teaching his...

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