The library service code changes are more specific and stricter for public libraries. The latest for AL.com: al.com/news/2024/05/a… #AlabamaLibraries

Opinion | Why we’re suing the Prattville Library board - alreporter.com/2024/05/14/opi…

Attacks on libraries continue, as districts around the state are eliminating librarians. Sign the petition to tell the Monmouth BOE that students need to learn 21st century info literacy skills from a full-time librarian fightforthefirst.org/petitions/5-21…

John Chrastka making an appearance on Draft2Digital to discuss book bans and censorship, free speech and the First Amendment, political action for change, and how indie authors and book lovers can support the libraries that enrich their communities.

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RSVP by May 17! Let’s repeal the partisan review board that would pre-approve books prior to purchase and restrict access to current books. Their decisions would be final and unappealable. This is unprecedented for a U.S. public library.

THIS SUNDAY we're reminding our neighbors why our libraries need a People's Budget! Can we count on you to join? RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/familie…

It is possible to think about things and reconsider. It's a mark of leadership.

'While we come from different backgrounds, we have some important things in common. We are all Alabamians, through and through. This is our home.'

Read why we're suing the Prattville library board:alreporter.com/2024/05/14/opi…

On Friday, May 10th, the Scholarships, Awards & Citations Committee presented the following awards and citations:
Community Partnership Award - Delaware Humanities
Distinguished Library Staff Citation - Scott Businsky, Route 9 Library

We just sued to protect the freedom to read.

We filed on behalf of Prattville families & librarians challenging new library censorship policies that threaten to keep constitutionally protected books like To Kill a Mockingbird off public library shelves.
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As school districts across Texas prepare to update their school library policies (EFB local) to be in compliance w/ TX HB 900, we’ve written up a letter with helpful & important recommendations to consider while crafting their policies. ⬇️
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As book bans and challenges to libraries continue to threaten parents' freedom to choose books for their families, writer and comedian John Oliver is calling attention to these baseless attacks.

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Great news!

Americans are tired of the erosion of their rights by these fringe radical groups.

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Imagine a world where every story matters and information flows freely. That's the world we fight for today! Help us champion the essential role of libraries in our democracy on the Freedom to Learn National Day of Action #freedomtolearn everylibrary.org/2024_freedom_t…

Freedom to Learn National Day of Action: Email Congress to support the 'Fight Book Bans Act' and other crucial legislation safeguarding our libraries from censorship. #freedomtolearn everylibrary.org/2024_freedom_t…

This is what getting out in front of a problem looks like. The proposed cuts to NAPL would be devastating. With hundreds of community members speaking up through the petition EveryLibrary hosted for the Friends, they should be off the table.

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Join us May 3rd for the second annual Freedom to Learn National Day of Action. Stand against censorship and for every reader. Your voice matters in this fight for freedom! #freedomtolearn everylibrary.org/2024_freedom_t…

'As a librarian, you can play a critical role in protecting Democracy!

Plan a #LawDay event at your library to celebrate civic engagement.'

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The teamwork here is smart and effective. I appreciate it being an all-in campaign.

One of my favorite Library Journal issues of the year: Movers and Shakers 2024. Always a great moment to see colleagues and new faces who are making a difference for the sector lifted up like this. libraryjournal.com/page/movers-an…