The Normalization of Book Banning
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The PEN America report 'The Normalization of Book Banning' highlights the growing trend of book bans in the US, sparking concerns about censorship and freedom of speech.
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gladiatr72
3 months ago
Why start in 2024? You can easily broaden your study to include data from at least 2013.
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