Arkansas Parents Sue Library System Over LGBTQ+ Book Censorship
The plaintiffs say they want the stigma of labels on LGBTQ+ books removed and the texts made regularly available again.
May 31, 2023
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Obama Slams Book Bans in Open Letter to American Librarians
The former president took aim at the recent push by right-wing extremists to ban books from public and school libraries.
July 17, 2023
How a Group of Grandparents Is Mobilizing to Push Back Against Moms for Liberty
Grandparents for Truth, a project of progressive advocacy group People for the American Way, is working to fight book bans, right-wing school boards and what it describes as authoritarianism in the nation’s schools.
December 21, 2023
Republicans Use Defense Bill to Restrict Abortion, Gender-Affirming Care
GOPers like to say they “support the troops,” but when it comes down to it, they don’t support certain troops.
July 14, 2023
Pennsylvania Library Director Resigns After Board Removes Issues of 'Out,' the LGBTQ+ Magazine
Justin Brown quit working for the Northern Cambria Public Library following a heated debate with the library board over the unilateral removal of Out, sparking discussions on censorship and representation in public libraries.
December 11, 2023
Watch Moms for Liberty Get Hilariously Roasted by Comedian Over Book Ban Attempt
This is exactly why LGBTQ+ book bans don't protect kids at all.
November 11, 2023
ACLU Warns New Jersey Library Not to Censor LGBTQ+ Book
The library’s leadership moved the book Gender Queer out of the young adult section.
July 17, 2023
Virginia Mom Gives Impassioned Defense of LGBTQ+ Library Books: Video
This is the type of allyship that deserves a standing ovation.
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September 7, 2023
Watch dildos dominate discussion during Moms for Liberty MSNBC interview
Tiffany Justice, the co-founder of the anti-government extremist group, appeared obsessed with the sex toy and kept repeating the word.
January 23, 2024
Pink Praises Hometown for Voting Out Book-Banning School Board
The new school board president, who had fought against book bans, was sworn in on a stack of them.
December 8, 2023
CEO of RuPaul’s new Allstora bookstore apologizes for carrying books by anti-LGBTQ+ extremists
Seemingly recognizing that it’s a retailer and not a library, the Drag Race host’s new venture revised its selections to exclude controversial content from right-wing writers, reaffirming its mission to be a safe space for LGBTQ+ narratives and voices.
March 10, 2024
Republicans and Democrats Clash on Book Bans in Congressional Hearing
Republican House members and conservative groups contended that removing books from school libraries doesn't amount to banning them, while Democrats pushed back.
October 21, 2023
Moms for Liberty Scrambles, Removes Leaders Amid Proud Boys Link Controversy
Recent incidents highlight ties with the far-right group as the organization faces electoral setbacks and a damaged public image.
November 16, 2023
Pennsylvania schools are putting in windows in gender-inclusive restrooms so teachers can monitor students
The South Western School District is drawing much criticism for the plan, taken on the advice of a right-wing law firm.
October 3, 2024
Texas Rights Groups File Legal Complaint Over Ban on LGBTQ+ Books
The challenged school district voted last week to ban mentions of gender fluid and trans people while considering putting guns in classrooms.
November 22, 2022
Reading the Far Right: Applauding the Trans Ban and Misusing History
Among this week's farthest-out assertions: Trump's trans ban was an act of love, and Hitler was inspired by progressives.
August 1, 2017
Library Board Votes to Keep LGBTQ+ Books After Queer Author's Mom Speaks
She came with her two sisters as backup to support her child's work.
February 17, 2023
Oklahoma School District Inundated With Bomb Threats After Libs of TikTok Tweet
Experts have described the tactics employed by Chaya Raichik, who runs the account, as stochastic terrorism.
August 31, 2023
Newsom-DeSantis Debate Leaves No Doubt as to Who's an LGBTQ+ Ally
The differences between the governor of California and the governor of Florida were stark.
November 30, 2023
Ken Cuccinelli Abhors 'Personal Challenge of Homosexuality'
The republican attorney general and Virginia gubernatorial hopeful continues to dig in his heels on his antigay arguments.
July 21, 2013
Anti-LGBTQ+ Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán Cruises to Huge Election Victory
The right-wing leader and champion of illiberal democracy cemented his hold on parliament, but some are questioning if the election was fair.
April 4, 2022