April 20th, 2012 by Richard
by Richard Every year, the dudes and dudettes at the American Library Association compile a list of the most challenged books in libraries across the country, including both public libraries and school libraries. It certainly makes for some sad reading. Sad in that there are people out there who’s strength in their own convictions are [...]
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October 2nd, 2010 by Richard
by Richard Banned Books Week, sponsored by the American Library Association, ends today. It’s around to highlight “the benefits of free and open access to information while drawing attention to the harms of censorship by spotlighting actual or attempted bannings of books across the United States.” It’s a pretty worthy cause. As someone who believes [...]
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May 5th, 2009 by Richard
Okay, if I haven’t managed to alienate what few readers are out there with a post on sex toys and another on causes and consequences of teen pregnancy, let’s try to finish them off now. Are you ready? Here it is. I am, you see, a huge believer in sex education in the school. And, [...]
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