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The rebellious past of the public library

Apr 28, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Libraries as Crisis Lifelines

  • During Hurricane Katrina evacuation, the library in Baton Rouge had lines around the block for internet access to find loved ones.
  • Librarians acted as first responders, emotionally supporting people during the crisis.
INSIGHT

Librarians as Social Workers

  • Librarians today act like social workers, helping solve community problems beyond books.
  • Libraries have always served diverse personal and social needs throughout history.
ANECDOTE

Childhood Library Adventures

  • Dawn Logsdon visited over 100 libraries by age 12 during summers camping with her teachers-parents.
  • They obtained library cards in towns where outsiders usually could not borrow books.
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