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Author: Jill Brown

451 was created by Sarah Houghton and Andy Woodworth

Act Now: Operation 451

Librarians Sarah Houghton and Andy Woodworth recently launched an independent special project, Operation 451, which directly addresses several of the core principles of librarianship.

January 6, 2017January 7, 2017 Jill Brown Advocacy, Freedom to Read Foundation, Intellectual Freedom Issues, Library Bill of Rights
Captain Underpants book cover

Captain Underpants Under Fire Again?

With the summer movie release of a frequently challenged children’s book, librarians can expect an increase in visibility and circulation of the series.

January 5, 2017January 5, 2017 Jill Brown Banned and Challenged Books, Censorship, Challenge Reporting, General Interest, Intellectual Freedom Issues
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Safety Pins for Solidarity

Safety pins’ degree of acceptance varies vastly, but the spirit behind wearing the pin remains generally consistent with sending a message of solidarity and identifying as an ally to the disenfranchised.

January 1, 2017December 30, 2016 Jill Brown Advocacy, Diversity, General Interest, LGBTQIA+
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