Speaking out in support of my public library system created a surge of hurt and defamation. People in my community called me a pedophile and groomer.
To target and harass an innocent librarian, to use Kamala Harris' running mate Tim Walz's term, is just weird. The United States has seen an unprecedented attack on librarians.
Librarians are community helpers who provide resources for all. The rapid spread of misinformation and hate towards librarians on social media is causing chaos in communities.
Republican vice-presidential nominee J.D. Vance's remarks about sexually explicit books in toddlers' libraries are not only lies but also incredibly harmful to librarians and community members.
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