This is great news for libraries & the public! A Good Day for the Open Web https://t.co/IGquEGZqud via @internetarchive

Fascinating development—a new law, passed unanimously by the Maryland legislature—requires anyone who sells ebooks to offer them to libraries at a reasonable price:

In reading this article I am struck by Pollan's comment that he was "unaware" his ebook is unavailable in libraries. Did he read his contract with Amazon?

My typing mistake ... it was 1960 not ‘64!

I am in awe listening to a panel (incl original protesters) describing the 1964 sit in at McCrorys in Tallahassee. An internationally recognized event marking unequal treatment. Will we rise above in 2020?? Time to embrace politics that reject inequality. @VillageSquareFL

An incredibly courageous piece by a woman who was unjustly treated. We’ll wait for you, Katie. Katie Hill: It’s Not Over After All https://t.co/FlRJYG6rA6 @KatieHill4CA

I just donated to @Wikipedia. Keep Wikipedia from going commercial. Support free knowledge! #iloveWikipedia

Last key by Shola Richards for building high functioning teams: trust it (have trust-building discussions). These 8 are the keys to Ubuntu (see 2 earlier tweets). #dirmtg

Shola Richards’ keys to high functioning teams cont’d: address it (conflict; what we allow will continue); honor it (recognition; appreciate team members thru specific examples); flex it (role fluidity); support it (assist; act selflessly)...#dirmtg

Wise words by Shola Richards. 8 keys to building high functioning teams: own it (high accountability & low blame), live it (good attitude), say it (communicate appropriately; do not practice incivility; live authentically)...stay tuned for more #dirmtg

Shola Richards talking abt creating positive workplace. 60 mil people work in a toxic work environment. How do we flip this model? @sholarichard #dirmtg

Panel of librarians & medical researchers discuss pub lib & community mental health needs after natural disasters. Hurricane Michael provided immediate “lab” for this research. “Invisible” library work one focus. #dirmtg

FL is a pilot state for the National Network of Library Advocates sponsored by @ALALibrary. Get involved! Contact @LibraryPolicy for more information.

Future trends in libraries: “ebooks for all” pushes back on Macmillan’s ebook licensing practice. Civic Ed & engagement addressing fake news & census issues. Library infrastructure including modernization, broadband & green building. @ALALibrary #dirmtg

Emerging issues for funding ops in libraries: libraries ready to code. @ALALibrary providing mini grants to support STEM & building talent pipeline.

Gavin Baker sharing @ALA perspectives of library advocacy & policy. Top issues: internet access, copyright, gov info/services, funding. #dirmtg

Grasstops advocacy—people who directly know decision makers affecting local funding/policy/essential services. An approach promoted by @ALA National Network of Advocates.#dirmtg

Are you regularly communicating the value of your library to decision makers? This applies to ALL libs—academic, public, special, school. Advocacy essential. #dirmtg

Julius Jefferson speaking abt lib advocacy, refers to libs as the “heartbeat of their communities.” @ALA #dirmtg

DOS Secretary Laurel Lee addressed & welcomed FL Public Library directors to annual mtg. “Libraries are doing incredible things in their communities.” #dirmtg