Jul 25 2008
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“ Recently, a library patron challenged (urged a reconsideration of the ownership or placement of) a book called “Uncle Bobby’s Wedding.” Honestly, I hadn’t even heard of it until that complaint. But I did read the book, and responded to the patron, who challenged the item through email and requested that I respond online (not via snail-mail) about her concerns. I suspect the book will get a lot of challenges in 2008-2009. So I offer my response, purging the patron’s name, for other librarians.
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myliblog: Uncle Bobby’s Wedding
This is an incredibly thoughtful, well-written response to a challenge. I am impressed with Larue’s respect for a viewpoint that he clearly does not share - this level of sensitivity and openess is something we should all aspire to, particularly those of us working in the public sphere.
