Louisiana Citizens Against Censorship
We are a group of dedicated citizens fighting against censorship and book bans in Louisiana libraries. #1ADefenders | #WeStandWithLibrarians | http://la-cac.org
- Did you receive our May newsletter packed full of information on protecting libraries in #Louisiana? If not, don't miss out next time! Sign up here: actionnetwork.org/forms/newsle...
- Reposted by Louisiana Citizens Against CensorshipPresident Trump has crossed another dangerous line by abruptly firing Dr. Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress. www.everylibrary.org/trump_fires_...
- Can we take a moment today to celebrate one of the most fierce advocates for libraries and inclusivity in #Louisiana? Kristen Luchsinger, we appreciate you and the tremendous work you do protecting #libraries and #freadom! ruralprogress.org/improve-qual...?
- Reposted by Louisiana Citizens Against CensorshipPressure groups. Ask yourselves why and what do they get out if it. Follow the money. @la-cac.org @oif.bsky.social @ifrt-ala.bsky.social @uabookbans.bsky.social
- #RightToReadDay is MONDAY!! Let's all try to take one action - check out a frequently banned book; stop by to tell your librarians THANK YOU; or post something on your socials about the right to read freely! And come to our panel on book bans in Lafayette on Tuesday!!
- What actions will you take to #UniteAgainstBookBans on #RightToReadDay, April 7? ✅ Send a thank you postcard to your local library ✅ Contact a decision maker ✅ Register to vote ✅ Report censorship ✅ Attend a library or school board meeting More actions ➡️ uniteagainstbookbans.org/right-to-rea...
- Reposted by Louisiana Citizens Against CensorshipWrote about the Trump administration’s attacks on federal funding for libraries “Make no mistake about it, the elimination of funding for libraries is a political assault on First Amendment rights, access to information, and the freedom to read,” one librarian said www.huffpost.com/entry/librar...
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- Want to do something? Fill out our form EVERY DAY and let your #louisiana legislators know we DO NOT want to see our #libraries' funding slashed. actionnetwork.org/letters/prot...
- Professor Ken Levy speaks out. This should frighten every one of us, no matter your party affiliation. Freedom of speech is the bedrock of our Democracy.
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- We promised action on the potential loss of funding for Louisiana libraries and here it is! Click the link below and let your legislators know that libraries are vital community assets - not line items on a balance sheet. actionnetwork.org/letters/prot...
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- Once again, coalition-building saved a #Louisiana #library. Our #lafayettela affiliate partnered with other non-profits & government officials to ensure access for a historically undeserved area. This was a years-long effort, but a big win for the community. www.theadvocate.com/acadiana/new...
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- This man was one of loudest voices calling for #library #bookbans in #StTammany parish to "protect the children." All the while he was the predator. Every accusation is a confession. www.wwltv.com/article/news...
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- What in the actual... That's not how this works. That's not how any of this works. www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/...
- This is what #Lafayette #library advocates have been dealing with for years. They are tired, they are frustrated, and they are fed up. Enough is enough. #buildthelibrary www.theadvertiser.com/story/news/l...
- Happy to see justice done for one of #lafayettela's #library advocates, though it's ridiculous he's had to live under the shadow of this unlawful arrest for three years. And yes, Robert Judge remains on the board. www.theadvocate.com/acadiana/new...
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- In #BatonRouge, the mayor is proposing a raid on the public #library using the same playbook we've seen before: in #Lafayette, in #Livingston, & in #StTammany. Here's the truth, and what you can do about it: www.la-cac.org/br-proposal-...
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- Reposted by Louisiana Citizens Against Censorship“A chilling new documentary at the Sundance film festival examines the phenomenon of book banning in US schools, which flourished in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the ordinary heroes who fight them on the local level.” @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/film/2025/ja...
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- In all seriousness, this letter betrays a truth about anti-library activists: they fear education; they fear children who learn empathy and love for their fellow human beings. Because education & love defeat racism, & homophobia, & hate. This is the beauty of #libraries, Greg. Not their weakness.
- Greg Ardoin, a fixture at Lafayette Public Library BoC meetings, thinks libraries need to stop "doing" things - like "promoting reading, entertaining children, and informing and educating the public." Gosh, why would libraries ever want to do such horrible things? www.nola.com/opinions/let...
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- Moving forward, it will be more important than ever to speak out against #censorship and up for #libraries and #librarians. As a society, we need to protect the things which are important to us. We cannot take them for granted, or they will be lost.
- Anti-family choice, anti-literacy, anti-education book banners have been throwing a temper tantrum since the Livingston Parish Council voted to protect their library from attempts to defund literacy & reading programs. This tells you all you need to know about their motives.
- Once again, the Lafayette BoC ignores the First Amendment rights of the public. How long will our Parish Council allow them to continue to break the law?? LA R.S. 42:14 (D): each public body...shall allow a public comment period...prior to action on an agenda item upon which a vote is to be taken.
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- 🎬📢 On January 20, join the National Watch Party of the powerful feature film Banned Together! 📚✊ Follow the story of three high school students fighting against book bans at their school libraries. 🌐 Tickets Here: watch.eventive.org/bannedtogeth... #BannedTogether #Freadom #FightCensorship
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- Lies, lies, lies. Unfortunately for the defendants, the Internet keeps the score. THIS is the truth about who these people are and what they do. Nothing but schoolyard bullies who never grew up, getting their kicks by attacking #librarians. Pathetic.
- If the truth is a defense, then the defendants in this case have nothing. They have lied and continue to lie - but the truth is, they DID do these awful things and there is hard evidence to prove it.
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- The LA Supreme Court has ruled in Amanda Jones' favor! Her defamation case can now be heard by the 1st Circuit Court - a major victory in her fight to hold the men who defamed her to account, and a great victory for #freadom in #Louisiana. #librarians #protectourlibrarians #saveourlibraries #winning
- Reposted by Louisiana Citizens Against CensorshipA federal judge has struck down key parts of an Arkansas law that would have allowed criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing so-called “harmful” materials to minors
- These laws are unjust, undemocratic, and unconstitutional. The First Amendment is the foundation of our Republic, and it will always rise above politics. We look forward to seeing more of these rulings come down.
- Not a drag queen, not a librarian, and certainly not books. We should be focused on locking up the actual predators who groom children.
- Congratulations to Avoyelles Parish for funding their library for another 10 years! Time and again, #Louisiana voters choose to fund our #libraries because we understand the IMMENSE value these public assets bring to every community.
- The "provision" referred to here was an amendment added in the last moments of the #lalege session. Citizens made their case against this bill & it failed in committee. Dirty tricks after it was too late for the people to have a say got it passed. #ifyoucantwinfairlyjustcheat
- After failing to persuade #Louisiana citizens that our public #libraries are full of pornography & #librarians are groomers, the book banners have moved on to a new tactic - defunding. Systems across the state are facing enormous cuts to resources and programming. We must defeat these efforts!
- 📚✨ *Stand with Louisiana Libraries!* ✨📚 #Librarians & #libraries across our state are facing unprecedented threats from book bans & #censorship. We must protect their right to offer #diversebooks & ideas for all. 🛑 This #GivingTuesday, help us safeguard the freedom to read in #Louisiana!
- Libraries are under attack all across our state. Support our mission to #ProtectOurLibraries and ensure they remain places of learning, safety, and open dialogue for everyone in Louisiana! 📖💪 #SupportLibraries #SaveLibrarians #LouisianaLibraries #LibraryAdvocacy #FreedomToRead
- Watch our very own Amanda Jones @librarianjones.com speaking out for the freedom to read on Ali Velshi's Banned Book Club! www.msnbc.com/ali-velshi/w...
- St. Martin Parish residents - are you aware there is a proposition on the Dec 7 ballot to renew the library millage, but also to rededicate 70% of that income to constructing and operating a new jail? If anyone from St Martin is interesting in fighting against this, please let us know. We can help!
- #givingtuesday will be here soon. Help us continue our mission of protecting #libraries and #librarians in #Louisiana. www.zeffy.com/donation-for...
- Reposted by Louisiana Citizens Against CensorshipWhen rumors of banning LGBTQ+ books hit the library board in a small Louisiana town, @librarianjones.com took action, facing death threats. For her, silence was never an option. “Hell hath no fury like a librarian scorned,” she writes. Join us at 11aET for the latest #VelshiBannedBookClub. #Velshi
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- Where does it begin? Journalists, universities, activists are targeted - people who are unafraid to speak out for decency & kindness. Think about what this means, where it's going, and how it could end.
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