Book Reviews
Some parents worry that if far-right Doug Mastriano wins the governor’s race, an extreme book-banning measure will only be the beginning.
The project, which examines the history and effects of slavery, has faced bans and attempted bans since its publication in 2019.
The "Late Show" host looks into Tudor Dixon's claim that some children's books are "pornographic."
"I have more books to write and more stories to dismantle this system. And I’ll be damned if anyone denies my right to write them."
WHAT'S HAPPENING
The town board's decision came after some residents called for a ban of library books they'd described as "pornographic materials."
Conservative attacks against schools and libraries have proliferated nationwide over the past two years.
The Patmos Public Library likely will run out of money and close next year, but some are rallying to save it.
HB 1467, which went into effect July 1, requires school books to be pre-approved by state-certified media specialists who won't be trained until next year.
The new book policy was reportedly implemented after several candidates supported by Christian PACs won school board seats.
The former first son-in-law's "Breaking History" offers a selective view of his time in the White House.