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Pennsylvania school district adopts policy to remove ‘sexualized content’ in libraries

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The Central Bucks School Board voted to approve a controversial new library policy. The new policy will allow the board to control what books are allowed in their libraries based on sexual content. Critics argue that the policy goes too far and would result in classic books getting banned. Librarian Chris Kehan said she believes the decision to pass the policy despite staunch opposition shows that the school board isn't valuing the public's opinion.

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CBS Local

Central Bucks School Board Passes Controversial Policy Change That Could Lead To Book Bans

DOYLESTOWN, Pa. (CBS) — Protestors were loud and their message was clear. They wanted a controversial book screening policy voted down in Bucks County.But on Tuesday evening, the Central Bucks school board passed it, 6-3. Supporters say it’s to protect students while others call it a book ban.Parents and teachers were crammed inside the school board meeting, voicing their opinions all night. Many who left the meeting felt upset and defeated.It w…

2 years ago·United States

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The Hill

Pennsylvania school district adopts policy to remove ‘sexualized content’ in libraries

Story at a glance Board members of the Central Bucks School District this week approved a policy to weed out “inappropriate” content in school libraries. The policy has been criticized by community…

2 years ago·Washington, United States

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abc 6 Philadelphia

Central Bucks School Board votes in favor of controversial book plan

"The focus of the policy tonight is rooted in age appropriateness to ensure that it is aligned with our content and our curriculum," said Superintendent Dr. Abram Lucabaugh.

2 years ago·Philadelphia, United States

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Inquirer

Central Bucks has approved a library policy targeting ‘sexualized content’ in books. Here’s what we know.

The policy, which was approved 6-3 by the school board, has been deemed by library experts as one of the most restrictive in Pennsylvania.

2 years ago·Philadelphia, United States

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NBC Philadelphia

Central Bucks OKs Controversial Policy That Could Lead to Removal of Books

One of the largest school districts in Pennsylvania, Central Bucks, has passed a controversial policy change that could lead to the removal of books from the schools’ shelves.

2 years ago·Philadelphia, United States

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WTXF

Central Bucks School District votes to approve controversial library book policy

The Central Bucks School Board voted Monday to approve a controversial new library policy that targets book content.

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Pennsylvania school district adopts policy to remove ‘sexualized content’ in libraries

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Central Bucks School Board Passes Controversial Policy Change That Could Lead To Book Bans

Central Bucks School Board Passes Controversial Policy Change That Could Lead To Book Bans

Pennsylvania school district adopts policy to remove ‘sexualized content’ in libraries

Pennsylvania school district adopts policy to remove ‘sexualized content’ in libraries

Central Bucks School Board votes in favor of controversial book plan

Central Bucks School Board votes in favor of controversial book plan

Central Bucks has approved a library policy targeting ‘sexualized content’ in books. Here’s what we know.

Central Bucks has approved a library policy targeting ‘sexualized content’ in books. Here’s what we know.

Central Bucks OKs Controversial Policy That Could Lead to Removal of Books

Central Bucks OKs Controversial Policy That Could Lead to Removal of Books

Central Bucks School District votes to approve controversial library book policy

Central Bucks School District votes to approve controversial library book policy

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