Texas banned more than any other state with 801 across 22 districts.
"What's been happening around the country is any kind of objection over any kind of book leads to its removal for all, sometimes at the drop of a hat," Friedman said.
The data showed books featuring protagonists of color, dealing with issues of race, and highlight LGBTQ+ characters was what was being pulled from the shelves. "They're supposed to bring people together and be places where anyone can go into a public-school library, any student, and find a book that reflects who they are and that teaches them about other people and the wider world out there," Friedman said.Parents, politicians, and community members have challenged books at higher rates as conservative lawmakers raise concerns about what students are being taught in schools.
"Students do have first amendment rights in schools and the library is a place for voluntarily inquiry," Friedman said.. They’re challenging everyone to read one banned book during this month and win a prize.
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