"shows a blatant disregard for the expertise of librarians,"
"We adhere to the rules for the disposition of materials,"
"We have the responsibility to serve all sides of issues."
"parents' responsibility to choose what they believe are appropriate books for their children."
Randolph County commissioners voted 3-2 to dissolve the entire library board of trustees after the board refused to remove a children’s book featuring a transgender character. The commissioners' action was partly justified by proponents using the debunked concept of “social contagion,” claiming exposure could influence children. The library trustees had earlier voted 5-2 against removing or relocating the book, citing rules on material disposition and concerns about censorship. Trustees emphasized serving all viewpoints and said parents should select appropriate books for their children. The commission will likely appoint new trustees, drawing criticism for sidelining librarian expertise.
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