Books are often banned for some of the most absurd reasons, and one of those is 'promoting' disobedience. That was the reason ...

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Students, teachers and guests at St. Martin of Tours School in Gaithersburg, Maryland cheer for longtime teacher Julie C.

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One of the best children's books ever written was banned in China. That book turns 66 this year, and remains a classic.

Heritage’s May 19 American Art Signature® Auction presents a tightly edited and deeply considered survey of the category, bringing together masterworks that trace the evolution of American art from ...

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This bill would mean school districts across the country that reject book censorship would be thrust into this maelstrom.