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Texas Targets School Libraries with New Penalties | Texas News
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is escalating the push to purge certain books from school libraries, warning districts that failure to comply with Senate Bill 13 could result in a letter-grade drop in their accountability ratings. Accompanied by activist Bonnie Wallace, who showcased controversial titles like “Do Animals Fall in Love?”, Patrick framed the effort as urgent, labeling flagged materials “dirty, filthy and vulgar.” This new penalty adds pressure to school districts already navigating contentious debates over curriculum access and censorship. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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