youtu.be/mbtdF02y2Y4?... So happy for Cody!

What’s really shaping school board decisions right now? The fight for the freedom to read doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It’s influenced by bigger forces affecting local elections and policies. Understanding these dynamics is key to protecting access to books in your community.

The Nationwide Book Ban Bill Moves to the House: How to Take Action Now bookriot.com/hr7661-advan... Please read and take action.

He wasn't just an asylum seeker. Paktyawal was an Afghan special forces soldier who worked with the U.S. Army's 3rd Special Forces Group. He was evacuated on August 30, 2021, entered the U.S. legally and had a pending case with a work permit and social security number. Killed by ICE maggots.

🧵 2/2 TX Rep Monica De La Cruz (R) isn’t stepping up to help a family that’s here documented & following the rules Antonio, a HS SR, the state’s 1st chair trumpet player, is sitting in the Raymondville detention center & his parents & brothers are in the Dilley Center They’re kids, not criminals

I can't say how much I hope Jasmine Crockett defeats James talirico in the election. I think she is the real deal, a very genuine defender of democracy. People like her offer the greatest hope that the US will not slide further into fascism.

Writers! Librarians! Teachers! Looking forward to this virtual presentation next week. Register: tinyurl.com/fsfc9mhf @scbwi.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social @tcbrbookreview.bsky.social #kidlit #edusky #TLsky #Skybrarian

Trump is weak at home, and he can be stopped – so long as the domestic political logic of foreign intervention is recognized and turned against him. This act of war is about regime change in the United States. It only succeeds if Americans allow it to do so. snyder.substack.com/p/venezuela-...

Check out @lithub.com.web.brid.gy's Most Anticipated Books of 2026 - so many great kids' books to pre-order! lithub.com/the-most-ant...

Finished my Goodreads challenge. 503 today, but there is still time to add to that. #booksmatter

It’s Thanksgiving. Perhaps you can make someone else give thanks? See below a fundraiser for Dawn Ruprecht, who has incurred legal fees after being targeted by a book banning extremist out to get librarians. Please help.

I interviewed Aftyn Behn, who is running in a special election in TN7 — if you know anyone in the district, please remind them to vote for Aftyn. She has a real shot to flip the congressional seat. @aftynbehn.bsky.social jesspiper.substack.com/p/feed-kids-...

ALA celebrates today's ruling in federal court in RI permanently blocking the Administration's actions to dismantle IMLS. ALA Pres. Sam Helmick: "This victory belongs to all of us, and we build the future of our libraries together." Read our full statement & take action: www.ala.org/news/2025/11...

"Gmail can read your emails and attachments to train its AI, unless you opt out" #AiIsTheProblem #TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/20...

Trump threatened lawmakers — specifically six veterans-turned-lawmakers — for telling our troops to follow the constitution. It’s on us to demand every elected official condemn his calls for political violence. Protect our reps, veterans, and troops. #WADM #elm100bk @moniquepressley.bsky.social

For historians amongst us! substack.com/@thedangerou...

The greater the coordination and mutual assistance, the stronger and safer we will be—for more people. Let’s get more states to join!

This new Pentagon press policy is not good for our press or our military. And I’m saying that as a former soldier who knows the importance of a free press. www.thebulwark.com/p/locking-do...

These funds are provided through E-Rate and often through libraries. There is zero evidence of political bias.

🚨MASL 52 Conference Registration is now live! 🚨 You can find more information at www.mimasl.org/masl-52-conf... We have a super packed agenda with an exciting line up of speakers, a fantastic preconference, scholarship opportunities, and a giveaway!

Chicago just went all in on renewable energy and is demonstrating that it works. Chicago now powers EVERY city-owned building – from airports to police stations – with renewable energy. That includes O’Hare airport.

Libraries are where discoveries happen, and where Michiganders can explore, learn, and connect with their community. During Michigan Library Appreciation Month and MI Right to Read Week (October 5–11), we are excited to honor Michigan libraries with the theme: “Find Out.”

New Mexico is overriding the federal government on the topic of COVID19 vaccines to ensure their residents can access them. States hold a tremendous amount of public health power. They should use it.

Join me and show up #ForOurLibraries. ❤️ We still need people advocating for library funding. It can be hard to know what to do, but @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social makes it easy—just follow the advice on their page:

Our full-page color ad running today in the New York Times, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Cleveland Plain Dealer, the Arizona Republic, and the Dallas Morning News. These are the truth which unite us, and these are the truths which every American needs to know. weholdtruths.org #sharethetruths

Book banners have NEVER been the good guys - www.bookbanpetition.us

Authoritarian systems rely on silence. But people are paying attention. Every voice raised, every truth shared, chips away at the control. Change doesn’t come from hope alone, it comes from action rooted in awareness. And that starts with us.

They want to regulate what you and your family are allowed to read - www.bookbanpetition.us

This was a hard one to write. It’s disconcerting to report on inhumane conditions at a U.S. concentration camp from the comfort of my home office, but not enough people are speaking out. And I don’t want history to repeat. Please help let others know. My write-up in the replies.

Feeding the country lies isn’t leadership—it’s cowardice. I’m your Shadow Press Secretary and here’s the truth:

Finland has topped the World Happiness Rankings for the eighth year running. Wonder what they’re doing differently? 🤔🤔 www.thetimes.com/world/europe...

Rep. Menendez: "They had over 20 armed ICE HSI officers, they were heavily armed, their faces were covered, and they wearing no identification. So this is who they chose to have come engage with the mayor of Newark and 3 elected members of the House of Representatives."

WELKER: You talked about the fact that this might not be confined to Newark. Are there other airports that you're concerned about? DUFFY: I'm concerned about the whole airspace. The equipment that we use much of it we can't buy parts for new.

PERSEVERE. Kate DiCamillo received 473 rejection letters before her first novel (Because Of Winn-Dixie) got published. #kidlitchat