Wyoming library director fired over book dispute wins $700,000 settlement
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A former Wyoming library director fired over disputes about LGBTQ+ and sexual content in books has settled a $700,000 lawsuit, claiming her First Amendment rights were violated by county officials who sided with book objectors. The case highlights ongoing tensions over book censorship and free speech in public libraries.
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