“In 2025, book bans were not sparked by concerned parents, and they were not the result of local grassroots efforts. They were part of a well-funded, politically-driven campaign.” - Sarah Lamdan, Executive Director of ALA’s Office for Intellectual Freedom.
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The American Library Association says book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs. Efforts to remove titles have become more coordinated and politicized.
