Public libraries caught in intricate Web in policing Internet use

Here\’s An Interesting Look at the tough decisions we have to make regarding filtering.

They say \”It\’s a tricky choice … risk violating the First Amendment or allow people, children included, to view the uncensored Internet in a public place, including any inappropriate Web sites.\”

\”\”We need to safeguard children, for sure, but the question that society needs to ask is what about personal rights? And the free access to information? The blocking software often prohibits you from viewing legitimate sites. What\’s the balance?\”