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Banned and Challenged Books Highlighted During Banned Book Week

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For the 30th year, libraries across the country next week are highlighting books that some people have wanted removed from the shelves. Banned Books Week is promoted by the American Libraries Association as an opportunity to celebrate the First Amendment and freedom of speech and the press. KUNM's Elaine Baumgartel has more.

Are there books that you don't want your kids to read? Are there books that you think should be in public libraries even though they may offend some people? We'll take your calls and host a panel discussion on banning books. You can send us an email to callinshow@kunm.org, or you can join us live on the KUNM Call In Show this Thursday morning at 8am.
 

Elaine Baumgartel was KUNM's News Director from 2013 to 2019. She was local Morning Edition host from 2007 through 2012 and she regularly hosted the station's live news and public affairs show for some years. Elaine originally came on board at KUNM as a volunteer and student employee in 2003.