An Illinois law requiring libraries to stock sexually inappropriate books went into effect on Monday. Back in June 2023, Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill that was ostensibly intended to stop “book banning” in libraries.
The move came amid intense debate over inappropriate content being provided for young children in libraries and government-run schools. Many concerned parents have called for certain books to be removed because they contain overtly sexual material that is not age-appropriate for children. Now, it appears parents will not have a say in what is included in libraries.
“While certain hypocritical governors are banning books written by L.G.B.T.Q. authors, but then claiming censorship when the media fact-checks them, we are showing the nation what it really looks like to stand up for liberty,” Mr. Pritzker, a Democrat, said at a bill-signing event at the Harold…
