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Back to EpisodesLibrary Director Fired for Defending LGBTQ Books
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Luanne James, Rutherford County Library Director, was terminated for refusing to relocate LGBTQ childrens books to the adult section, citing First Amendment and professional duty violations. The boards decision sparked a heated debate, with over 240 people attending the meeting, most supporting James. The boards move to relocate 132 childrens books was deemed unconstitutional by a Middle Tennessee State University library professor, leaving the future of free speech in the library system uncertain.
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