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Education commissioner orders removal of sexually explicit books
Original: Education commissioner tells districts to remove sexually explicit books before parents complain
Florida's education commissioner has directed school districts to remove books deemed sexually explicit from libraries and classrooms proactively, before any parent files a challenge. The directive shifts the burden onto districts, which must review materials without a formal complaint. It has drawn criticism from free-speech groups who say it invites over-removal, while supporters argue it protects students from inappropriate content.
Why now: The order marks an escalation in debates over book removals in public schools, requiring action without parent complaints.
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- Education commissioner tells districts to remove sexually explicit books before parents complain · jaxtoday.org
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