As you have read, libraries continue to be challenged for providing a wide variety of points of view that represent the vast diversity of our nation and our world. Dr. Jill Underly, our State Superintendent of Education, wrote a very powerful piece defending libraries and librarians back in December, and I know you would enjoy reading it. Here it is.
On Thursday, the Kenosha County board Finance and Administrative Committee will consider a "resolution to protect children from materials containing adult content in taxpayer funded libraries in Kenosha County." The proposal requests that libraries in Kenosha County restrict children's physical access to the adult book sections in public libraries, citing that the administrators of those libraries are not willing to protect children from harmful materials.Tough time to be a librarian. But do not be discouraged! We will continue to protect the public's freedom to read. And the vast, vast majority of Americans stand with us.
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