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Mass Librarians Gain Power to Defend Books
Massachusetts lawmakers are rolling out a bold new bill to arm librarians with the power to defend books against bans—putting them in charge of selecting materials for schools, backed by a strict review process that demands “clear and convincing evidence” to overturn their choices. As nationwide book challenges surge—driven by controversies over LGBTQ+ themes, race, violence, and sexuality—the bill also mandates public libraries adopt the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, ensuring decisions are made free from personal or political bias. With over 4,000 book challenges…
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