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Trump Just Fired the Librarian of Congress, Here’s Why Black People Should Care
The country’s first Black and female head of the Library of Congress had just one year left of her term before she was fired by the Trump administration
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Indianapolis Center For Black Literature and Culture Enters New, Interactive Spaces
In the new wave of digitizing historic, Black archives, Indianapolis’ Center for Black Literature and Culture enters the chat.
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Idaho House Republicans Pass Bill Which Could Lead To Prosecution of Librarians For Certain Books
The penalties would include a maximum fine of $1,000 as well as up to a year in jail.
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Rich Donors Support Conservative Groups in Campaign to Ban Books Addressing Race
The trend of banning books addressing race and LGBTQ+ issues is supported not only by conservative grassroots groups but also their wealthy donors.
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Carla Hayden Becomes 1st Black Librarian of Congress
On Sept. 14, the Library of Congress made history as Carla Hayden became the first black—and first female—librarian of the world’s largest library, the GED Section reports. Hayden was sworn in by Chief Justice of the United States John Roberts. “To be the first female librarian of Congress speaks to what Melvil Dewey said when…