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The Librarians

Season 27 Episode 5 | 1hr 25m 43s

When lawmakers seek to review a list of books, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S., librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content. Drawing on historical context, The Librarians explores the broader implications for education and public life.

Aired: 02/08/26 | Expires: 05/09/26
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