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Watch This: Learn How to Spot Soft Censorship

Sep 18, 2025 | Book Bans, Easy A

A lot of people are talking about freedom of speech right now. As Americans, it’s a right that has always defined us and that we all hold dear. That’s why the majority of us oppose book bans and censorship.

The rise in book bans over the past few years has been well documented, but it’s also important to understand the many other ways that censorship can occur. Watch this short video to learn more about what soft censorship is and how to spot it.

With this information, you’ll be ready to take action if the right to speak or read is threatened in your local libraries. And we’ve got your back!

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