Censorship

No bullying will be tolerated …whether physical, verbal, written, through gossip or innuendo… on the basis of sex race orientation self expression religion

Self Censorship

Nearly 1 in 10

Selection or Self Censoring?

Influences on Decision Not to Purchase a Book

Topics that have led to passing on a particular book

“The best collection is one that always makes you feel slightly uneasy. In other words, if you're doing your job, somebody won't be happy” YA author Cynthia Grant

It's not just the books under fire now that worry me. It is the books that will never be written. The books that will never be read. And all due to the fear of censorship. As always, young readers will be the real losers. Judy Blume

Library services, materials, and programs representing diverse points of view on sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation should be considered for purchase and inclusion in library collections and programs. The Association affirms that attempts to proscribe or remove materials dealing with gay, lesbian, bisexual, and/or transgendered life without regard to the written, approved selection policy violate this tenet and constitute censorship. ALA Interpretation of Library Bill of Rights

Filters marsexplorer The Beaver Bikini Atoll Moby Dick … and every thing to do with “gay”, “lesbian”, or sexual health.