Defense of Democracy Podcast

Defending the Right to Read: A Librarian's Battle Against Censorship

January 23, 2024 Karen Svoboda Season 1 Episode 35
Defending the Right to Read: A Librarian's Battle Against Censorship
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Defense of Democracy Podcast
Defending the Right to Read: A Librarian's Battle Against Censorship
Jan 23, 2024 Season 1 Episode 35
Karen Svoboda

In this episode Karen sits down to talk with Amanda, a teacher, librarian, and grassroots organizer, shares her journey of fighting against censorship in libraries. She discusses the targeted harassment she has faced and the legal actions she has taken. 

Amanda also talks about forming the Livingston Parish Library Alliance and her upcoming book. She emphasizes the importance of using privilege for good and the need for coalition building. Despite the challenges, Amanda remains determined to advocate for the right to read and create positive change in her community. In this conversation, Amanda Jones discusses the importance of defense against bureaucracy and the challenges faced in this area. She also shares strategies for overcoming bureaucratic obstacles and highlights the role of technology in this process. 

The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of defense against bureaucracy.

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In this episode Karen sits down to talk with Amanda, a teacher, librarian, and grassroots organizer, shares her journey of fighting against censorship in libraries. She discusses the targeted harassment she has faced and the legal actions she has taken. 

Amanda also talks about forming the Livingston Parish Library Alliance and her upcoming book. She emphasizes the importance of using privilege for good and the need for coalition building. Despite the challenges, Amanda remains determined to advocate for the right to read and create positive change in her community. In this conversation, Amanda Jones discusses the importance of defense against bureaucracy and the challenges faced in this area. She also shares strategies for overcoming bureaucratic obstacles and highlights the role of technology in this process. 

The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of defense against bureaucracy.

Support the Defense of Democracy Nonprofit organization!

For more information visit: Defense of Democracy.org

Become a DofD Support Partner Simply by Texting: "DOFD" to 44321

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