"Controversial Books: Bans and Challenges Across the US"
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More than 2,570 unique book titles were targeted in a record number of book challenges across the US in 2022, with Texas having the most attempts to restrict books at 93 total. The most common titles targeted in these bans address race, gender identity, sexuality, and reproductive health. Maia Kobabe’s “Gender Queer” had the most challenges for the second year in a row. The top 13 most challenged books in 2022 were accused of containing sexually explicit content and LGBTQ+ themes.
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