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Censorship and Curation: The 'Larry the Farting Leprechaun' Case
This chapter examines the controversial legal case regarding the removal of books from a local library, focusing on the implications of library curation as either government speech or a limited public forum. Through the lens of the 'Larry the Farting Leprechaun' case and historical precedents like the PICO decision, the discussion highlights the complexities of viewpoint discrimination and free speech. The speakers also address cultural debates on censorship and the shifting judicial standards that influence how libraries navigate these contentious issues.