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The free flow of ideas is the very heartbeat of a healthy democracy, but, today, the free flow of ideas is under threat. And it has become the librarians who are standing on the frontlines to protect that essential freedom. Join us for a panel discussion as we examine the critical issues raised by the documentary The Librarians. Experts will unpack how efforts like the Texas Krause List have triggered an unprecedented wave of book challenges targeting race and LGBTQIA+ stories across the United States. We will explore the chilling reality of librarians facing harassment and legal threats simply for defending our First Amendment rights. This event is offered in partnership with the Palos/Orland League of Women Voters and the MVCC Democracy Commitment.
The free flow of ideas is the very heartbeat of a healthy democracy, but, today, the free flow of ideas is under threat. And it has become the librarians who are standing on the frontlines to protect that essential freedom. Join us for a panel discussion as we examine the critical issues raised by the documentary The Librarians. Experts will unpack how efforts like the Texas Krause List have triggered an unprecedented wave of book challenges targeting race and LGBTQIA+ stories across the United States. We will explore the chilling reality of librarians facing harassment and legal threats simply for defending our First Amendment rights. This event is offered in partnership with the Palos/Orland League of Women Voters and the MVCC Democracy Commitment.
