The American Library Association’s annual list of most-challenged books, released Monday, reveals that censorship attempts in U.S. school and public libraries are mainly from elected officials rather than parents. The data shows a shift in the source of challenges to books, indicating a trend of political influence in book censorship efforts. This new information sheds light on the challenges faced by libraries and the importance of defending intellectual freedom.
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Zakery Rogers died of a heart condition while in Hamilton jail. His sister's urging change after inquest
The inquest into Zakery Rogers' death revealed he succumbed to myocarditis after collapsing in his jail cell in 2021, providing a sense of vindication for his sister Kylee. She advocates for improved conditions for incarcerated individuals and hopes the jury's recommendations will prompt necessary changes. Want More Context? 🔎
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