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Brett McKay
Investigative reporter for the Investigative Journalism Foundation covering the push to remove sexually explicit content from school libraries in Alberta.
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Sep 4, 2025
• 26min
The Alberta book ban saga
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Brett McKay, an investigative reporter with the Investigative Journalism Foundation, dives into the Alberta government's recent push to ban over 200 books from school libraries due to sexually explicit content. He discusses the significant reactions from notable authors like Margaret Atwood and the implications for LGBTQ+ literature. The conversation also highlights parallels with U.S. censorship efforts and sheds light on the broader debate around access to diverse literature in education, showcasing the public's outcry and the political motives behind these bans.
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