Nafissa Thompson Spires
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ENCORE: IL Writer Nafissa Thompson-Spires; Ending HIV In Illinois By 2030

Governor J.B. Pritzker says he wants to end the HIV epidemic in Illinois by 2030. Today we'll talk about what needs to be done to achieve that goal. Plus, Nafissa Thompson Spires is the author behind the book “Heads of the Colored People.” She joins us to talk about her short story collection that showcases black life in a way not often written about.

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