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Carla Hayden

The David Rubenstein Show

CHAPTER

Journey to Librarianship: From Florida to the Oval Office

This chapter details the speaker's transformative journey from Florida to New York City, driven by a passion for jazz and a pursuit of knowledge through various academic and professional experiences. It highlights their significant roles in library leadership, including their tenure as Chief Librarian at the Chicago Public Library and heading the Enoch Pratt Free Library System in Baltimore, alongside meaningful interactions with notable figures like President Obama. The narrative also emphasizes the importance of funding for libraries and public access to services, alongside personal reflections on reading preferences.

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