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  • Published In: Publishers Weekly, 2025, v. 272, n. 35. P. 28 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: op de Beeck, Nathalie 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on grassroots activists in Texas who are advocating for the right to read amidst increasing censorship efforts. The Texas Freedom to Read Project (TFRP), co-founded by Laney Hawes and others, aims to mobilize parents and community members against book bans and censorship in schools, emphasizing the importance of diverse literature for education. Azeemah Sadiq, a senior policy associate with Students Engaged in Advancing Texas (SEAT), highlights the impact of book banning on marginalized communities and the need for youth involvement in governance and advocacy. Both organizations are actively challenging restrictive legislation and promoting inclusive education through community engagement and legal action. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Publishers Weekly. 2025/09, Vol. 272, Issue 35, p28
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Communication and Mass Media
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0000-0019
  • Accession Number:187961690
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