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Author Bill Koenigsberg passionately defends his book "The Porcupine of Truth" against censorship in Escambia County, highlighting the crucial role of diverse narratives in fostering empathy and understanding among students.

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Author Bill Koenigsberg defends Porcupine of Truth against censorship in Escambia County schools
Bill Koenigsberg argues for the value of diverse literature amid censorship efforts in schools.
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February 23, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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As book bans escalate across the nation, Nevada's Assembly Bill 416 is stepping into the spotlight to defend students' rights and ensure access to diverse library materials.

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Nevada Assembly Bill 416 addresses rising school book censorship efforts
Nevada's Assembly Bill 416 balances student rights with access to library materials amid censorship attempts.
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April 10, 2025 at 1:50 AM
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The New Hampshire Senate just passed a contentious bill that could reshape how schools handle complaints about instructional materials, sparking fierce debates over censorship and local control.

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Senate adopts process for school‑material complaints after hours of floor debate
Senate concurred with the House amendment to SB 434, a bill requiring school districts to adopt complaint procedures and timelines for challenging instructional materials. Supporters said it ensures a clear process; opponents warned it burdens local boards and risks censorship. The concurrence passed by roll call.
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May 25, 2026 at 4:49 AM
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Rhode Island's fight against book bans intensifies as powerful testimonies reveal the chilling effects of censorship on creativity and free expression.

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Rhode Island panel examines book banning and censorship with testimony from Padma and Reverend Dieslewski
Panel discusses the impact of book banning and welcomes testimonies to highlight censorship issues.
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April 7, 2025 at 3:29 AM
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Student journalists in Maryland are fighting back against a controversial memo that they claim threatens their right to free press and exceeds legal boundaries—will their voices be heard?

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Student journalists urge board to rescind memo that they say expands prior review; board says guidance will comply with Maryland law
Student journalists and press-freedom groups urged the Montgomery County Board of Education to withdraw a March 19 memo requiring blanket prior review of student publications, arguing it exceeds Maryland's New Voices protections; board leaders said guidance is intended to comply with state law and that students may appeal decisions.
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June 28, 2026 at 5:11 PM
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The Tooele Board of Education has made the controversial decision to remove John Green's "Looking for Alaska" from school shelves, citing new state criteria for sensitive materials.

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Tooele board removes Looking for Alaska from district shelves under new state criteria
The Tooele Board voted to remove John Green's Looking for Alaska from district library shelves after reviewing statutory criteria; two other titles were returned to committee under the updated law for further review.
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February 12, 2026 at 4:33 AM