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Austin Declares Itself a Book Safe Harbor | Texas News
Austin’s City Council is poised to pass a bold new resolution declaring the city a “Book Safe Harbor,” reinforcing its commitment to intellectual freedom and protecting access to diverse books amid rising book challenges across Texas. As schools face pressure to remove titles on gender, sex education, and romance — even classics like Vonnegut and Angelou — library leaders warn that censorship efforts may soon target public libraries. This symbolic but powerful move isn’t about changing daily operations, but sending a clear message: Austin stands for inclusive, representative reading for all…
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