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The Delaware Library Association (DLA)  and the Friends of Delaware Libraries (FODL) with assistance from EveryLibrary, recently conducted a survey of all State Legislative and County-Level candidates running for office in the 2024 Primary Election to gauge their support for school and public libraries. 

"Imagine waking up one day to a targeted smear campaign insinuating that you, a school librarian, are advocating the teaching of anal sex to 11-year-olds.

This is exactly what happened to me in 2022 after I gave an innocuous speech about censorship at my local public library board meeting.

As a 44-year resident and mother of a child in my community, I was shocked and hurt. Not only that, but these individuals, whom I didn't even know, and some who I have known my entire life in my small, two red light town in Louisiana, suddenly had big opinions about my character. Speaking out in support of my public library system created a surge of hurt and defamation. People in my community called me a pedophile and groomer.

I received death threats." - Amanda Jones/Time

EveryLibrary urges Kentucky voters to oppose Constitutional Amendment 2 on the November 2024 ballot to protect public education funding and school libraries.

The Massachusetts Library Association (MLA) and the Massachusetts School Library Association (MSLA), with assistance from EveryLibrary, recently conducted a survey of all State Legislative candidates running for office to gauge their support for school and public libraries. 

The Heritage Foundation's "Project 2025" is a threat to the future of libraries and education. As we approach the November 2024 Election, it is important to talk about the facts of what Project 2025 proposes for America's libraries and schools.

As champions of libraries, EveryLibrary understands that modern and welcoming library facilities are essential to the educational, cultural, and economic vitality of our communities. Unfortunately for Californians, the current supermajority requirement of 66.67% for voter-approved bonds has made it exceedingly difficult for many municipalities to secure the necessary funding for public infrastructure projects, including libraries.

Your vote counts toward making effective change, especially at the local level. This is why it is especially important for you to be informed about ballot measures and issues that affect your community.

The Texas Freedom to Read Project, in partnership with EveryLibrary, surveyed Texas school board candidates on the May 2024 local election about their positions regarding book bans, freedom to read, and the value of libraries and public schools.

Fake news. We’ve all heard of it existing, especially when it comes to the election. But how can we prevent fake news from spreading, and where should we go for accurate, timely election information?

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