Educationscore 233·3 metrosupdated 32m ago
Record Number of Books Banned in US Schools During 2025-26 Year
A report by PEN America reveals that 11,982 books were banned in the 2025-26 school year, with most bans occurring in just two states. This trend raises concerns about censorship and educational freedom across the nation.
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