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Episode 217: Launching A Smear Campaign Against A Respected Black Librarian, For Social Justice
Jun 3, 2024
Activists in Oak Park, Illinois facing backlash. Michael Moynihan reveals Vice's struggles. Controversy over Oak Park library's leadership. Challenges of balancing social justice in media. Conflict at public libraries and unjust firing of Black librarian.
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- Miscommunication led to community backlash against Oak Park library over event handling.
- Perceived racism and differential treatment sparked accusations against library leadership.
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A community controversy erupts at the Oak Park Public Library in Illinois over the handling of a Palestinian cultural event and the elimination of a DEI position. Rumors of racism and mistreatment of staff arise, leading to public accusations against the library and its executive director.
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