It’s a book, not a belief system | Opinion
, and we are in danger of fumbling away our children’s futures and the ideals that make America a shining beacon of freedom. A few people with narrow, subjective beliefs are determined to force their personal agenda on a state and people that have a long history of valuing and defending their personal freedoms. It has caused division, anger and a climate of fear. School librarians across our state have been targeted and bullied for doing their jobs.
This country’s strength comes from the wealth of stories, experiences and cultures that should be celebrated. Our founding fathers clearly established certain unalienable rights in the Declaration of Independence — life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Our nation is meant to be free of retribution for political or personal beliefs. Curiosity and innovation are foundational American values. Books enrich our lives.
As we approach a new school year, my hope is that Texans look at this issue that was forced upon families, schools and librarians by a select few, not as “us vs. them” or “red vs. blue” but as “I know best for my family.” We can lower the temperature around a topic that has been designed to drive a wedge into communities for the benefit of a few politicians and get to a place of understanding that will benefit our children.
If we start forcing our personal views on others and try to make this a zero-sum game, then I fear that the erosion of individual rights will continue into other facets of our daily lives.
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