US Senate Expresses Concern Over Book Bans and Threats to Free Expression
The U.S. Senate expresses deep concern about the increasing number of book bans in public schools and libraries, viewing it as a threat to freedom of speech and access to knowledge. The resolution calls on local authorities to follow guidelines for book challenges and protect students' rights to diverse literature, while also demanding the return of books removed from Department of Defense facilities.
Key points
The U.S. Senate expresses concern over book bans that limit citizens' access to diverse perspectives and information, especially for students.
It calls on local governments and schools to follow best practices for book challenges to protect the freedom to read and teach.
It demands the return of books removed from Department of Defense schools and libraries and the repeal of executive orders restricting freedom to read and learn.
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