A trio of library censorship stories from the Columbia Missourian
First, "Inappropriate reading?” From the article;
"Conservatives are filing more challenges to the books children see in school. From John Steinbeck to Shel Silverstein, the protests raise issues of values — and could be indicative of the political climate, some say."
Second, "Sexuality, violence questioned most" From the article;
"In Missouri, challengers have taken issue with Judy Blume, ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’ and a wrenching story about a troubled boy and his alcoholic father"
And finally, "Parents show high tolerance" From the article;
"Web sites available on school computers regularly draw more concern than books available on library shelves.
Citing tolerant and liberal parents, media specialists for Columbia Public Schools say book challenges are rare in the district"
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