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Librarian and concerned American just trying to keep as much information as available to as many people as possible

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Tyler K. Stroud @stroudarian.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
#Read #Books
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Rae Radford @raeradford.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
True…. #BookSky
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mary @roughrider994.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
I’ve been arguing this way less successfully for years.
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
A new bill in Congress would give school districts federal funding to fight book bans. It's called H.R.7691, the Fight Book Bans Act. Email Congress and sign the petition: action.everylibrary.org/schoollibrar... via @everylibrary.bsky.social
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School Library Action Week - Back the bills.
Help support libraries across the country by taking action today!
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
🚨 MAGA has resurrected the SAVE Act — a HUGE voter suppression bill — and the House passed it. We need to get loud about this to stop it from passing in the Senate! Learn more and write your senators from this link from Red Wine and Blue. social.redwine.blue/s/31hCvPjI
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Write your senators.
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TRG @q4nwspunk.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Don't let the American government decide what books you and your family are allowed to read. #booksky #libsky action.everylibrary.org/hr_7661 via @everylibrary.bsky.social
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PETITION: Don't Let the Federal Government Regulate Your Reading
Not one country's freedom and liberty has ever been increased by banning books.
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Makes perfect sense to me.
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Megan Kate Nelson 📚 @mkn.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
A white poster board sign sporting a checklist - NO KINGS but green checks for books, art, empathy, love, and tacos
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Maybe we should change today to Read FOR America Day. There’s no democracy without literacy. #booksky #libsky #edusky
Poster stating all reading counts
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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
NEW: ALA strongly denounces new federal book banning legislation introduced in Congress, HR 7661. As ALA President Sam Helmick said, "Parents, not politicians, should guide their children's reading." Call your Rep and tell them to oppose this new bill. More from ALA: www.ala.org/news/2026/02...
The American Library Association strongly denounces new federal book banning legislation proposed in Congress. Call your Reps. Tell them to oppose H.R. 7661. Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121

American Library Association, Show Up For Our Libraries"Parents, not politicians, should guide their children’s reading. In our school, campus, and public libraries, materials are selected by trained literacy professionals who understand child development and community needs. Their work is grounded in one clear purpose: helping young people become lifelong readers.

H.R. 7661 isn’t fundamentally about protecting kids. It’s about giving politicians broad authority to restrict whose stories are allowed on the shelves. That should concern anyone who believes in the freedom to read and the right of families to make decisions for themselves.” - ALA President Sam Helmick"Rather than targeting librarians and teachers, Congress should invest in them. The Right to Read Act offers a better path, supporting well-staffed and well-resourced school libraries, strengthening evidence-based literacy instruction, and protecting the dedicated professionals who help young people discover books that open doors and expand horizons.

When we trust families, support educators, and protect the freedom to read, our young people thrive.” - ALA President Sam Helmick.
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ACLU @aclu.org · 18/02/2026
BREAKING: The Department of Education has ended its directive that attempted to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in schools nationwide. This is a victory for academic freedom and education equity.
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Did you know thousands of books have been banned nationwide in the past year? And the book banners are getting sneakier in how they do it. I've RSVP'd for this virtual event to learn more. Join me and let's learn how to stop this censorship! social.redwine.blue/s/1bCMqxjB #booksky #libsky #edusky
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RSVP here.
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Please take action!
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Brennan Center @brennancenter.org · 07/02/2026
Lawmakers renewed their push to pass the SAVE Act, which would block millions of Americans from voting. It failed before — and it must fail again. Tell your senators to stop this attack on the freedom to vote: bit.ly/4tmVIor
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That Librarian: Amanda Jones @librarianjones.com · 05/02/2026
“There are book challenges; that is not new. What is happening now is brazen breaking of protocol on a scope that has never been seen like this.” @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social @la-cac.org @oif.bsky.social @uabookbans.bsky.social deadline.com/2026/02/the-...
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‘The Librarians’ To Premiere On PBS ‘Independent Lens’ As Political Backlash Mounts Against Book Banning
'The Librarians,' directed by Kim A. Snyder, will debut on PBS amid a backlash to book banning campaigns across the country.
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Love this from amazing author/illustrator @peterhreynolds.bsky.social #booksky #libsky
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
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That Librarian: Amanda Jones @librarianjones.com · 21/01/2026
New trailer for @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social just dropped. If you haven’t had a chance to see it, then mark your calendars because it will be streaming on PBS and Independent Lens beginning February 9th! youtu.be/2y151tS5Ntc?...
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America’s Battle Over Books (Documentary Trailer)
YouTube video by Independent Lens
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Are you looking for a way to take positive action in the midst of everything so heavy? Join me for this virtual Social Bank to spread positivity on Instagram. Red Wine & Blue will give us everything we need. You don't have to be a mom, you just have to want to do good! social.redwine.blue/s/Ogr2gV1W
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
I can’t quite see it yet but I hope this is the anthem when it comes.
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Freedom to Read Project @freedomreadproject.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
This Book Riot article breaks down key legal fights shaping the freedom to read, from whether libraries can ban LGBTQ+ books to major state censorship lawsuits. These court battles will influence what stories stay accessible in schools and libraries. bookriot.com/court-cases-...
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7+ Court Cases About Book Bans to Watch in 2026: Book Censorship News, January 16, 2026
Are library books considered "government speech?" Can a public library ban LGBTQ+ books? Seven book censorship court cases to watch in 2026.
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Red Wine & Blue @redwine.blue · 10/01/2026
Fear and disinformation are being used to silence people speaking out against ICE. We’re choosing action instead. Join us on Monday, January 12 at 7 PM ET where we’ll come together to process what’s happening, support one another, and talk through how we can protect our communities.
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Stand up with other moms to protect our neighbors and stop ICE. Sign up here!
Renee Good was killed by an ICE agent after dropping her child at school. They are using fear to silence us -- we will not let fear win. Join Red Wine & Blue and other mom groups to support one another and take concrete steps to protect our communities, stay safe, and demand accountability.
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Chris Hayes @chrislhayes.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
And Renee Good’s last words appear to be “We’re not mad at you.”
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
We will remember your name, Renee Nicole Good. #booksky #libsky
The poem “On Learning to Dissect Fetal Pigs” by Renee Good
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Remember all those dystopian novels we blissfully read, knowing that nothing like that could ever really happen?
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Camilla Holm Soelseth @supercamilla.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
A poem for our times, by Hayley DeRoche
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
youtu.be/wu9QSeAI22I If you have not watched this, do. It is imperative for understanding.
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Understanding the U.S. Strike on Venezuela | Explainer
YouTube video by Heather Cox Richardson
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 26/12/2025
Thank you @librarianjones.com for continuing to speak up! I’m so proud to be a librarian and so impressed by how strong we can be! #librarysky #booksky
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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 20/12/2025
21 states made it official this week that they want to steal your First Amendment Rights of free speech away from you. No one is coming to save us, y'all. WE need to save ourselves. The story + concrete action steps here: buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
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The Blueprint of Censorship In 2026 Is Florida, Right Now
This week, we learned 21 states are eager to dismantle your First Amendment Rights. It should be bigger news.
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That Librarian: Amanda Jones @librarianjones.com · 17/12/2025
“Authoritarians gain power when citizens stop paying attention. Visit your local library, check out books, and keep reading. If we stay unified and informed, we can ensure reading w/out restriction remains the foundation of our democracy and a fundamental freedom for all.” time.com/7341120/book...
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
It’s a perfect day to share this as I had the privilege of seeing “The Librarians” last night. If you have the opportunity please watch! #libsky #booksky #edusky
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Aaron Parnas @aaronparnas.bsky.social · 16/11/2025
NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen. Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 15/11/2025
So to be clear, this book is unacceptable but grooming and trafficking 15 year-olds isn’t that bad? Just making sure I have it straight.
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Love this so much! #NoKings #libsky #booksky
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
#NoKings
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PEN America @penamerica.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
This #BannedBooksWeek, PEN America is joining forces with more than 30 groups Standing Together for the Freedom to Read. Together, we call for the end to the authoritarian tactic of banning books. Learn more—and take the pledge to stand together against book bans at: act.pen.org/a/standing-t...
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I Stand with PEN America Against Book Bans and Censorship
We must all fight against the forces that are attacking our fundamental freedoms – including our freedom to read.
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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
The right to read belongs to all of us, but rights only survive when we defend them. ALA is standing with library workers, parents, and readers to push back against censorship. You can donate to support our work at ilovelibraries.org/1984. Censorship is so 1984, but supporting libraries is so 2025.
Censorship is so 1984. Supporting Libraries is so 2025. Read for your rights. Give for our libraries. American Library Association logo
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
#libsky #booksky #edusky
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 05/10/2025
The Jets can’t even get stabbed without incurring a penalty.
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a woman wearing a jets jersey covering her face while watching a game
ALT: a woman wearing a jets jersey covering her face while watching a game
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Not all that far-fetched #booksky #libsky
Poster that says Read While It is Still Legal
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Precisely this. Currently reading Real Americans by Rachel Khong. Currently listening to The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick. #booksky #libsky
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
When sports are supposed to be your distraction from the real world but these are the teams you’ve been a fan of your whole life.
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
Really not a fan of where we are right now, so I’m just going to keep escaping into books. #booksky #libsky
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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
We are losing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which has helped educate, inform, and entertain millions of Americans. Instead, we’re getting a vulgar new gold ballroom, which none of us will ever see.
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librarianalways.bsky.social @librarianalways.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Things could be fundamentally different if 1. More people READ and 2. All readers VERIFY what they are reading. #libsky #edusky #booksky
The librarian party - make America read again
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