libraries

Alabama Lawmakers Advance Bill That Could Lead To Prosecution Of Librarians

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers on Thursday advanced legislation that could see librarians prosecuted under the state’s obscenity law for providing “harmful” materials to minors, the latest in a wave of bills in Republican-led states targeting library content and decisions. The Alabama House of Representatives voted 72-28 for the bill that now moves to … Read more

American Library Association President Emily Drabinski: ‘It’s Been Devastating’ Fighting Book Bans

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It’s that time of year again: National Library Week! A time to celebrate the endless adventures that children can experience in books that are free and accessible to all, and the safe spaces that libraries provide for learning and creating a sense of community. Or, it’s a time to reflect on how we got to … Read more