Agenda Item
6.9 23-0791 Subject: Resolution Opposing Book Bans
From: President Pro Tempore Kalb
Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution (1) In Opposition To Book Bans; (2) In Support Of Protecting The Rights Of Every Individual To Access A Wide Variety Of Books In Libraries, Schools And Elsewhere; (3) In Support Of Public And School Librarians Defending Literary Freedom And Diversity; And (4) Opposing Government Censorship Of Books
I strongly support councilmember Kalb's resolution. Book bans are being used by white supremacists to lie to kids about our nation's history.