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US public schools ban record 12,000 books this year
Original: Public schools banned a record 12,000 books this year. Most were in Texas and Florida
Public schools in the United States removed a record number of books from libraries and classrooms this school year, with tallies putting the figure at roughly 12,000 bans. Texas and Florida accounted for the majority of removals, reflecting statewide policies and district-level challenges there. Advocacy groups say the bans disproportionately target titles dealing with race, gender and LGBTQ themes, while supporters argue they protect children.
Why now: The record-breaking number of book bans and the concentration in politically contentious states keep school censorship in the national debate.
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- Public schools banned a record 12,000 books this year. Most were in Texas and Florida · Advocate.com
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