The ongoing efforts to censor, restrict, or ban books in the U.S. in 2024 have far exceeded pre-pandemic levels, particularly targeting books with LGBTQ+ themes.
PEN America revealed that over 10,000 books were removed from U.S. public schools during the 2023-24 school year, nearly triple the previous year’s figures.
State laws and the influence of conservative groups pushing for 'parental rights' have been identified as key factors driving the recent surge in book bans.
The legislation in states like Iowa and Florida, along with others such as Utah and Tennessee, has created a challenging environment for librarians and access to information.
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