Sen. Brian Schatz and Rep. Jamie Raskin have introduced a resolution rejecting the escalating censorship crisis of book bans across the US. The number of banned books nearly tripled during the 2023-24 school year, with classics like “To Kill a Mockingbird” and books by marginalized authors being targeted. Some argue bans are based on explicit content, not political issues. The resolution affirms the US commitment to free expression and calls on local governments to protect students’ right to read diverse perspectives. Critics say bans limit students’ exposure to important narratives and experiences. The non-profit PEN America documented over 10,000 instances of banned books, with Florida leading in banning books. The resolution urges local governments to follow best practice guidelines and provide students with a wide range of viewpoints. Critics argue that book bans restrict students’ access to important literary perspectives and stories that can help them understand real-world experiences. Non-binding resolutions like the one introduced by Schatz and Raskin aim to protect the freedom of expression and diversity in reading materials for students across the country.
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Resolution fights against book bans considered ‘anti-American’
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