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Stephen King Defends Utah Book Ban | Salt Lake City News
Stephen King is furious as Utah removes his classic 1982 book “Different Seasons” — the source material for “Stand by Me” and “The Shawshank Redemption” — from school libraries under a new state law allowing parental book challenges. King calls the move baffling, emphasizing the stories’ themes of friendship and courage. The ACLU has filed a lawsuit, calling the law censorship that violates free speech and limits student access to literature. This is the 40th book affected by the controversial law, sparking national debate over who decides what belongs in classrooms. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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