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The Right to Read and Fighting Book Bans with LeVar Burton

Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams

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Literacy, Family, and the Fight Against Censorship

This chapter discusses the pivotal role of family in nurturing a love for reading and storytelling, while emphasizing the adverse effects of book banning on access to diverse narratives. The speakers reflect on personal experiences with dyslexia, the importance of advocating for literacy, and the societal implications of censorship in literature. Through a conversation about Banned Books Week, they underscore the need for open dialogue about the fundamental right to read and the significance of literature in shaping identity and promoting understanding.

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