Oklahoma state Sen. Rob Standridge proposed legislation that would allow parents to compel book removals
This information greatly disheartened me. I was a public school student for eight years, and the unconventional books I read in that time greatly enriched my view and outlook on life. Literature such as Mikki Kendall’s, both on Krause’s list, were staples of childhood, as well as key influences on my journey in discovering my voice and potential for social good.
Of course, some books with extreme content are not appropriate for teenagers to read in school, and adults need to be selective about library and classroom materials. But to me, these attempts to ban books also signify a broader issue of adult political posturing within the classroom. There has been a renewed conservative interest in public education, with highly publicized school board fights featuring parents arguing about topics like mask mandates and critical race theory.
Cannot fully describe the journey through the muck of censorship in a tweet