Many of the books subjected to recent bans include LGBTQ+ characters and characters of color, according to PEN America’s analysis. Credit: Shutterstock / MKPhoto12 In total, PEN America recorded ...
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Oregon libraries and schools saw a record number of requests to ban or restrict books in public libraries within the past year, the State Library of Oregon says. The State ...
The number of books targeted by critics surged 65% from 2022 to 2023. New data released by the American Library Association highlights the growing battle libraries and schools face over book bans and ...
Oregon libraries and schools saw a record number of challenges to restrict or remove books and other materials in 2023-24, according to an Oregon State Library report. The Oregon Intellectual Freedom ...