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Texas Books Battle Escalates | Texas News
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is escalating the battle over school library books, threatening to slash academic ratings for districts that don’t remove what he calls “obscene” titles — including a graphic novel he deems “filthy” and “vulgar.” While last year’s law allowed book removals based on parental complaints, Patrick insists more action is needed. Librarians and free speech advocates push back, arguing these books tackle vital issues like race and LGBTQ+ identity — not indecency. With his reelection looming, Patrick’s aggressive stance could reshape education policy, risking…
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