Let Utah Read
@LetUtahRead
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We are a coalition of Utah community members—educators, parents, librarians, & advocacy organizations—working to protect our freedom to read.
Salt Lake City, UT
Joined January 2023
Hey, we're building the team to fight censorship in Utah and beyond. Follow us over in the blue place, and follow others (see QR code below) who are standing up for the freedom to write, read, and think freely in America. https://t.co/4j4qU3cOND.
@EveryLibrary @PENamerica
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On Oct. 23, the Utah State Board of Education banned the book Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher. They did so quietly, and without press. We can't let them get away with this. Spread the word, and talk about this book. More information can be found at:
bookriot.com
Utah just quietly banned THIRTEEN REASONS WHY from all public schools across the state. It's their 19th state-sanctioned book ban.
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Action Alert‼️ This means that people will not be able to access resources such as: 📌Activities for kids to foster growth and development and community 📌Internet 📌Help with applying for citizenship, filing taxes, applying for jobs, state archives Join us in fighting back.
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Just highlighting some banned books during banned books week :) Head over to our website to read our latest blog posts in our In the Defense of Banned Books series on "milk and honey by Rupi Kaur and "Like A Love Story" by Abdi Nazemian. https://t.co/6AOVbho7BY
letutahread.org
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These 18 books are currently banned in Utah schools state-wide. If you look closely, you'll notice a trend of female and minority authors, and LGBTQIA+ stories. This is censorship, and it's reaching a dangerous level.
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We're proud to be attending screenings of The Librarians this weekend. Come join us!
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Join us online on Tuesday, June 17 at 6:30 for our next Let Utah Read Banned Books Club. We'll be reading discussing Tricks by Ellen Hopkins. Click for info and to RSVP: https://t.co/RKfb2v1LK4 via @EveryLibrary
fightforthefirst.org
Join us online on Tuesday, June 17 at 6:30 for our next Let Utah Read Banned Books Club. We'll be reading discussing Tricks by Ellen Hopkins. Click for info and to RSVP:
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Join us at 3 Cups in Holladay on May 20, 6:30 for the next Let Utah Read Book Club. We'll be discussing Beloved, by Toni Morrison which was recently banned by Granite SD. More info and RSVP:
fightforthefirst.org
Let Utah Read Book Club: May 20th at 3 Cups in Holladay
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Unless the Utah State Board of Ed takes action by July 4th, Water for Elephants, by Sara Gruen, will become 18th book permanently banned statewide in Utah. Please contact board members and ask them to overturn the ban and restore local control!
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Great piece on the statewide rejection of book banners last Saturday!
Texas suburban school board candidates touting their support of conservative culture war issues were dealt a devastating blow over the weekend—the losses were felt big by PACs pouring funds into those defeated. Special thank you to @frankstrong 📚 https://t.co/ClUTQHxypz
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Rather than ban her books, Ellen Hopkins says Utah should ‘trust in young people’ https://t.co/WmBGX4f5jV. Access the recording here: https://
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Young Adult author Ellen Hopkins is the second-most-banned author statewide in Utah schools. It’s a distinction she’d prefer not to have.
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Did you miss our great conversation with author Ellen Hopkins last night? All is not lost! You can access the recording at:
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Don't miss this conversation with Ellen Hopkins, a NY Times bestselling author, on April 24th, 7 pm (MT). Three of Ellen's book have been banned statewide by the state of Utah. https://t.co/qcENSaOCHx
@UtahLibraries @acluutah
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Don't miss this conversation with Ellen Hopkins, a NY Times bestselling author, on April 24th, 7 pm (MT). Three of Ellen's book have been banned statewide by the state of Utah. https://t.co/qcENSaOCHx
@UtahLibraries @acluutah
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On this National Day of Action for Libraries: SEND AN EMAIL: Save Federal IMLS Funding for Libraries
letutahread.org
In 2024, IMLS provided nearly 2.3 million in funding to Utah libraries; this provides services to rural libraries and our rural citizens.
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New blog post: In the Defense of Banned Books: Why ‘The Bluest Eye’ Should Remain on the Shelves
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Tell our elected representatives that federal IMLS funding for libraries needs to be preserved! In 2024, IMLS provided nearly 2.3 million dollars to fund libraries services for Utahns. That means students, vets, jobseekers... Learn more and take action at:
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Thank you to @johncusack for helping to bring attention to @EveryLibrary petition to save library funding. For complete info and to take action see:
PETITION: Stop Trump's E.O. Attacks on Federal Funding for Libraries https://t.co/1DBdInMQ0W via @EveryLibrary
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There is a new Executive Order (EO) targeting the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS). What is IMLS, and how will cuts to IMLS funding impact Utahns and all Americans? Learn more and take action at:
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A new Executive Order is targeting the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS.) Could this impact Utahns? You bet! Hurlers some examples of programs that IMLS have funded to help Utahns and communities succeed and prosper: 1/x
In a new executive order, Trump has targeted the federal agency charged with distributing congressionally approved funds to state libraries and to library, museum, and archives program grant recipients. https://t.co/xDEYorRURS via @everylibrary
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