Stamato Commentary: Books, back in the crosshairs

October 2, 2024

A new op-ed by Linda Stamato highlights the significance of books and the dangers of censorship. Coinciding with National Banned Books Week and the upcoming Morristown Festival of Books, Linda celebrates the value of literature in civic life. Amid a resurgence of book bans in states like Utah and Tennessee, she calls for a defense of libraries and the right to learn and underscores historical instances of censorship and book burning. She reminds readers of the importance of protecting access to diverse ideas and the freedom to read, as emphasized by past and present figures, including Bill Moyers and Harry Truman.

Morristown Green, September 27, 2024

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