Texas History Offers Warnings amid Rash of Faculty Firings
Lessons to learn from the politically motivated firing of a UT president in the 1940s
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A Small-Town Texas Librarian’s Big Stand Against Book Bans
In Llano County, a local librarian fought back against censorship, prompting a federal court fight and national recognition but losing the job of her dreams.
A Queer Teacher in Edgewood Picked a Fight He Couldn’t Win
Learn4Life of San Antonio suspended Michael Gonzales after he tweeted a picture of himself in his classroom beside a pride flag.
Conservative Group Pushes Religious Books While Seeking to Ban Others
The Brave Books campaign promoted their own publications under the guise of protecting free speech.
Charlatans, False Prophets and Flimflammers
A veteran NPR reporter tells all about his misadventures covering religion in America.
Conspiracy-Peddling Mayor Who Fondled Drunk Stepsister Loses Defamation Lawsuit
Colleyville’s Bobby Lindamood has been ordered to pay nearly $200k after losing a years-long, politically-charged case.
Students Taking Back ‘Ownership’ of Education
“We defended these books, which remained in the library ... We saw book banning slow down, and that was really phenomenal to see.”
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Texas Bookstores Are Writing Their Own Stories
Indie bookshops across the state are embracing change, to thrive and stay alive. But a lot depends on the upcoming holiday season.
Houston’s ‘Librotraficante’ Calls on Chicanos to Combat Censorship
In his unusual new book, “The Tip of the Pyramid,” Tony Diaz preaches the need for “cultural accelerators” to combat right-wing reaction.
Texas’ ‘Anti-Censorship’ Law Censors Social Media. What If It Goes Into Effect?
A federal appeals court recently upheld a state law requiring companies like Facebook and Twitter to host hate speech.