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EveryLibrary's Executive Director, John Chrastka, discusses why he believes in libraries.
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I Believe in Libraries.
EveryLibrary's Executive Director, John Chrastka, discusses why he believes in libraries.
https://www.everylibrary.org/i_believe_in_libraries
14 days ago
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Sign the petition to support H.R.5527 and stop Trump's book bans in schools on military bases in the US and abroad.
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PETITION: Restore the Right to Read at DoDEA Schools
Sign the petition to support H.R.5527 and stop the DoDEA book bans in schools on military bases in the US and abroad.
https://action.everylibrary.org/rtrdodea
19 days ago
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Troy residents have approved the Troy Public Library’s proposed 2026 budget with overwhelming support. EveryLibrary was proud to support this campaign.
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Voters Approve a 30% Increase for the Troy Public Library in New York
EveryLibrary was proud to provide support to the Troy Library during its campaign.
https://www.everylibrary.org/troyny2025
26 days ago
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BREAKING! Delaware officially enacted House Bill 119, the Freedom to Read Act, yesterday.
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A Win in Delaware! HB119, The Freedom to Read Act, is Now Law
https://www.everylibrary.org/win_delaware_hb119_is_law
27 days ago
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At least 7 universities have been targeted with swatting calls: false active-shooter reports that sent libraries, dorms, and classrooms into lockdown.
#CampusSafety
#HigherEd
#Swatting
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Colleges Face Shooting Hoaxes as Fall Classes Start
Often referred to as “swatting calls,” the false reports are intended to activate a large law enforcement response.
https://www.insidehighered.com/news/students/safety/2025/08/26/colleges-face-shooting-hoaxes-fall-classes-start
about 2 months ago
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Congress is deciding right now how much funding IMLS will receive—and your voice matters. Without federal funding through the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), library services are at risk.
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PETITION: Fund the Institute Of Museum and Library Services
Congress is deciding right now how much funding IMLS will receive—and your voice matters
https://action.everylibrary.org/appropriations2025
about 2 months ago
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Voters across Washington made their voices heard on Tuesday, August 5th, in support of public libraries.
www.everylibrary.org/wa2025resutls
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Election Results: Washington Says Yes to Libraries!
Strong Support Fueled By Strong Campaigns
https://www.everylibrary.org/wa2025resutls
2 months ago
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Sounds about right.
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You don’t need to be a lobbyist to make a difference, just a constituent who cares about libraries. That's why we built this August 2025 Congressional Recess Engagement Guide to help you get involved.
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Library Advocates’ August 2025 Congressional Recess Engagement Guide
https://www.everylibrary.org/advocatesaug2025guide
2 months ago
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This unhinged, unsubstantiated, and incredibly harmful claim prompted Superintendent Ayres to concede to the permanent banning of more than fifty titles.
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When Books Become Crimes: Florida’s Dangerous Censorship of Public Libraries Escalates
Florida State Board of Education threatens school administrators with criminal prosecution over library books
http://bit.ly/4mvYqnp
3 months ago
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Nearly 600 books, including works by Maya Angelou, Ibram X. Kendi, and authors documenting the Holocaust and American lynching, were removed from military Academy libraries under orders from Pete Hegseth.
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The 596 Books Banned by the Department of Defense
This is a coordinated purge of literature that reflects the diverse realities of American families and students.
https://www.everylibrary.org/596dod
3 months ago
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A recent study published in the Journal of Cultural Economics examined what happened when a new library branch opened in Kansas City, Missouri.
bit.ly/4o1YHQc
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Want Safer Neighborhoods? Invest in Libraries
When library funding goes up, crime tends to go down
http://bit.ly/4o1YHQc
3 months ago
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New Report: Codifying Censorship or Reclaiming Rights from
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: The State-by-State 2025 Legislative Landscape for Libraries
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New Report: The State-by-State 2025 Legislative Landscape for Libraries
The 2025 report provides a comprehensive overview of legislative trends, including an executive summary of 11 categories of harmful bills and their impact on libraries.
https://www.everylibrary.org/state_by_state_2025_legislative_landscape_report
3 months ago
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Stephen Trumbull
3 months ago
In case I wasn’t clear…
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Amitha Jagannath Knight
3 months ago
Last repost: Just thinking how awful it must feel to have a librarian be fired just for displaying your book. (Not to mention being that librarian fired for displaying a book your patrons wanted to read.) 💔💔
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So far this year, EveryLibrary has helped libraries secure over 35 million dollars in stable funding.
www.everylibrary.org/35_million
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35 Million Dollars for Libraries in 2025
That's just what we've done so far this year.
https://www.everylibrary.org/35_million
3 months ago
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From mobilizing hundreds of thousands of library advocates to fighting book bans nationwide—explore EveryLibrary's highlights, victories, and the powerful actions made possible by EveryLibrary's supporters.
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Your Impact So Far in 2025: Six Months of Defending our Libraries
From mobilizing hundreds of thousands of library advocates to fighting book bans nationwide—explore EveryLibrary's highlights, victories, and the powerful actions made possible by our supporters.
https://action.everylibrary.org/midway-impact-2025
3 months ago
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ⓘ 𝕆ligarch f*ckery detected
3 months ago
The president is hawking fragrances while the State of Florida is celebrating its first concentration camp by handing out swag. I'm rooting for the asteroid now more than ever.
#DontStopBelieving
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3 months ago
I can’t ingest any more news. It all makes me cry. Time to look at something beautiful… I love how the Russian sage and the blooms of the hostas blend together!
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It's easy to send an email to your representatives to ask them to support libraries. Please send an email and then share it with your networks to help us reach more Americans like you!
action.everylibrary.org/emailreps
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Send an Email to Congress
We built this petition to help you let your representatives know that libraries continue to be an integral part of a healthy American community.
https://action.everylibrary.org/emailreps
3 months ago
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4 months ago
Congratulations, the universe sent you this dog because you have been chosen. Joy awaits. 13/10
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The data shows that investing in public libraries helps facilitate a better country. When libraries are adequately funded, it empowers residents, boosts engagement, and enhances the quality of life.
action.everylibrary.org/finland
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The Happiest Country in the World Invests in Public Libraries
This country spends nearly 40% more than the United States on its libraries.
https://action.everylibrary.org/finland
4 months ago
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4 months ago
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4 months ago
Anyone else get that 'on the way to a new event in a new place' anxiety brain thing where you're half convinced you've somehow got the wrong date/location or the whole thing is going to be a disaster and you'll lose money? 🙃 Asking for a friend 😂
#ArtistLife
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With so much attention focused on the threats to IMLS and libraries in the federal budget, we can’t lose sight of what is happening at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA).
action.everylibrary.org/nara2025
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National Archives and Records Administration Should Never be Politicized.
The cuts to NARA will first impact public-facing services.
https://action.everylibrary.org/nara2025
4 months ago
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After significant public outcry, the Texas Senate left House Bill 3225 pending on the floor during the 2025 legislative session. The identical Senate Bill 2101 was similarly left pending in committee.
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The Partnership that Saved Public Libraries in Texas
After significant public outcry, the Texas Senate left House Bill 3225 pending on the floor during the 2025 legislative session. The identical Senate Bill 2101 was similarly left pending in committee.
https://www.everylibrary.org/texas2025
4 months ago
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4 months ago
That’s exactly what this is about. Distraction. For all of this and that lame duck, low energy spectacle
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Trump Violated the Law by Shutting Down IMLS. The Government Accountability Office found that IMLS, led by Keith Sonderling, violated the 1974 Impoundment Control Act.
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Trump Violated the Law by Shutting Down IMLS
The Government Accountability Office found that IMLS, led by Keith Sonderling, violated the 1974 Impoundment Control Act.
https://action.everylibrary.org/gaoimls
4 months ago
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4 months ago
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In Huntington Beach, the message from the community is loud and clear: libraries belong to the people, not to politicians.
www.everylibrary.org/huntingtonwin
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Your Support Help Defeat a MAGA Takeover of the Huntington Beach Library
Thank you so much for your support!
https://www.everylibrary.org/huntingtonwin
4 months ago
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What’s happening to America’s libraries isn’t just a political issue; it’s an assault on knowledge, access, and democracy. From censorship to leadership purges, libraries are under siege.
action.everylibrary.org/liblittrump
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Libraries, Literacy, and Government Transparency are Under Attack from the Trump Administration
Help support libraries across the country by taking action today!
https://action.everylibrary.org/liblittrump
4 months ago
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Mueller, She Wrote
4 months ago
It’s called taxing the rich, buddy.
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They won't stop until they control everything you are allowed to read.
action.everylibrary.org/firstlibraries
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First, They Came for Libraries.
They won't stop until they control everything you're allowed to read.
https://action.everylibrary.org/firstlibraries
4 months ago
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Help draw the line on book bans in Huntington Beach, California.
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Drawing a Line in Huntington Beach
Election day is June 10th and we're running out of time to stop the lies from book banners and extremists.
https://action.everylibrary.org/linehuntington
4 months ago
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The Senate passed a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution that would overturn the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) decision to allow schools and libraries to use E-rate funds for Wi-Fi hotspot lending.
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SEND AN EMAIL: Protect WiFi Hotspots for Students and Libraries – Vote NO on H.J. Res. 33
ACTION NEEDED: Protect WiFi Hotspot for Students and Libraries
https://action.everylibrary.org/no_sjres7_2025
5 months ago
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This sets an incredible precedent that will allow the state to regulate books and deny you the right to read freely in public libraries.
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The Government Can Now Ban Books It Dislikes.
This court ruling should terrify you.
https://action.everylibrary.org/governmentdislikes
5 months ago
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Huntington Beach, California, has become ground zero for MAGA's relentless attacks on American libraries and your right to read. We need people like you to take action and help us fight back!
bit.ly/43kclVl
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Library Supporters are Taking on MAGA in Huntington Beach
They need your help today!
https://bit.ly/43kclVl
5 months ago
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Trump fired the Librarian of Congress without cause! Read
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STATEMENT: President Trump Fires the Librarian of Congress and Now Congress Must Push Back
https://www.everylibrary.org/trump_fires_librarian_of_congress
5 months ago
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Ohio House members are attempting to cut library budgets. It will impact hours, staffing, and how many books can be purchased.
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Save Ohio Libraries
Ohio House members are attempting to cut library budgets. Their budget plan would only fund public libraries at 2001 levels, with no guarantee of future funding. It could impact hours, staffing, and h...
https://www.righttoreadohio.org/saveohiolibraries
5 months ago
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Not every celebration needs candles and confetti. Finished a book? Rested without guilt? That counts too. ✨ New blog post → Celebrate the Little Things 💛 Read it now:
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