GOP book bans could shut down this independent bookstore in Pete Buttigieg's hometown - LGBTQ Nation

GOP book bans could shut down this independent bookstore in Pete Buttigieg's hometown - LGBTQ Nation

An Indiana bookstore’s future is in jeopardy because of Republican book bans targeting queer literature. Brain Lair Books in South Bend – the city that out Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is from and was mayor of – prioritizes works created by marginalized authors, particularly LGBTQ+ literature and books by people of color. Its founder, Kathy Burnette, wanted to make the place safe for queer youth. Related This queer couple is working…