Recently, I read a guest commentary by Bret Conway concerning the banning of books in school libraries. He states there were attempts to censor 4,240 books in schools and public libraries in 2023.
He labeled Moms for Liberty and Awake Illinois as extreme groups. Fortunately, we have free speech protected by our U.S. Constitution. Additionally, the 14th Amendment protect the rights of parents to make decisions for their children. The recent passage of HB 2789 makes it difficult for parents to object to certain books that teachers and librarians find acceptable. It’s time for cameras in the classroom. Sunlight is the best disinfectant. — Helen Corsentino, Hinsdale
