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Above The Noise
Why Are People Banning Books?
Season 6
Episode 11
A lot of books are getting BANNED lately, especially those that focus on LGBTQ youth or the impact of racism. We all know books can be powerful, but many parents and politicians argue we need to protect kids from content they think is too mature, or even harmful. But what if you are LGBTQ or a person of color and these books reflect your lived experiences?
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