Federal judge orders Crawford County, Arkansas to desegregate LGBTQ-themed books in libraries, deeming their previous actions unlawful censorship.

A federal judge ruled that Crawford County, Arkansas, violated the First Amendment by segregating LGBTQ-themed books into a "social section" in libraries. The judge ordered these books to be returned to general circulation, stating the county's actions constituted unlawful censorship and restricted access to diverse viewpoints. The ruling mandates that all library materials be treated equally, protecting the rights of the LGBTQ community.

October 01, 2024
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