If you disagree with the book bans sweeping our nation, endorse my Book Save Lives Act:

I've introduced legislation to stop extremist Republicans and far-right groups from censoring books in our libraries and schools

Pamela, An estimated 3,300+ books were banned in the 2022-2023 school year, a 33% increase from the previous school year. In Massachusetts alone, we've witnessed the number of book challenges quadruple since 2021. To no one's surprise, these bans overwhelmingly target books about race and racism, as well as books with LGBTQ+ characters, and they are part of coordinated Republican efforts to erase and whitewash history, to bury America's violent legacy of racial injustice, and to further marginalize people who already face discrimination in our society. I've introduced legislation to stop extremist Republicans and far-right groups from censoring books in our libraries and schools: The Books Save Lives Act. Add your name if you agree: We have the duty to protect our history and our stories for future generations, and extremists don't have the final say in what our children read. ADD YOUR NAME The Books Save Lives Act would: Classify discriminatory book bans as violations of federal civil rights laws; Require public libraries and school libraries to maintain a diverse collection of books; Ensure primary and secondary schools have a library with a trained librarian; and Direct the Government Accountability Office to report on the effect of book bans on underrepresented communities. Everyone has a right to read, learn, and see themselves and their lived experience reflected in our literature. I have always talked about the importance of honoring the brilliance and diversity of our authors and librarians. They are the ones who are advocating for the continued representation of our communities in our books and the freedom to pursue boundless knowledge. The threat of book bans across the country — and the need for accessible, representative literature — is greater than ever. Pamela, if you agree that every reader has a right to free access to information and public education, where they can be greeted by books that reflect the diversity of lived experiences in their neighborhoods and around the world, add your name to become a grassroots co-sponsor of the Books Save Lives Act. ADD YOUR NAME Yours in service, Ayanna PAID FOR BY COMMITTEE TO ELECT AYANNA PRESSLEY. DOES NOT EQUAL ENDORSEMENT.   Sent via ActionNetwork.org. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from Progress America, please click here.