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Lawmakers consider ‘Freedom to Read’ bill as latest attempt to limit book bans in Oregon schools

Proponents point to historic highs in book ban attempts, largely targeting people of color, women and LGBTQ+ communities. Opponents argue it should be up to the parents.

#Book Bans #banned books #book challenges #censorship #freedom of speech #freedom to read #legislation #book bans #LGBTQ rights #education

·opb.org·Mar 13, 2025

Lawmakers consider ‘Freedom to Read’ bill as latest attempt to limit book bans in Oregon schools

Bills banning DEI practices in state agencies, universities advance

A series of bills targeting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in state agencies, colleges and universities are circulating through the Legislature as Republican lawmakers look to align with President Donald Trump’s executive order ending DEI programs.

#DEI #President Trump #diversity #diversity & inclusion #executive order #academic institutions #Arizona #education #higher education

·azcapitoltimes.com·Mar 12, 2025

Bills banning DEI practices in state agencies, universities advance

The End of the DEI Era

As Donald Trump returns to the White House, a newly emboldened anti-DEI bloc has gained powerful allies.

#DEI #President Trump #diversity & inclusion #campus politics #education #higher education

·theatlantic.com·Jan 23, 2025

The End of the DEI Era