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Two charts showing the number of book titles challenged in public schools and libraries from 2014 to 2023. There is a large increase in the year 2021.
A partial list of every book that was challenged in New York from 2014 to 2023. Over the nine year period, 161 book titles were challenged 254 in the state.
A chart showing Americans' views on book restrictions in U.S. public schools based on a 2024 survey from the Knight Foundation.
The first chart (coupled with the recent controversy at Penfield) is the reason why I was interested in looking more at this topic. Look at that YUGE jump in book challenges starting in 2021! 😮
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