Posts Tagged Book Bans
An author weighs in on the politics of book bans
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 19, 2024
According to the American Library Association, nearly 400 book titles were targeted for bans in Virginia last year. Michael Pope has the latest on the politics of banning books.
The fate of legislation barring school divisions from banning books may rest in the governor’s hands
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 16, 2024
Members of the General Assembly are considering legislation that would stop school boards from banning books. Michael Pope has the details.
A bill banning the ability of school boards to ban books has cleared the state Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 30, 2024
Lawmakers in Richmond are considering legislation that would prohibit school boards from banning books. Michael Pope reports.
Hanover Girl Scout fights censorship with ‘Banned Book Nooks’
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 12, 2023
As Virginia school boards and libraries face debates over the books on their shelves, one Hanover County student is pushing back. This student and Girl Scout is hoping to put banned books in the hands of those she says need them most.
Brad Kutner has more.
The irony behind the strategy of some book ban advocates
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 11, 2023
Parents challenging a long list of books are often using lists compiled by people who oppose book banning. Michael Pope reports.
Just how many books are being banned or challenged in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 22, 2023
Library books and librarians are the targets of unprecedented attacks. Michael Pope has updated numbers from Virginia.
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