Judy Blume Condemns Book Bans and Censorship in Passionate Speech.
Author Judy Blume spoke out against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' recent moves to censor public education in the state, accusing lawmakers of trying to control what kids can think, know, question, learn, and talk about. Blume, who has experienced censorship herself, praised the National Coalition Against Censorship for supporting readers, teachers, librarians, parents, and students who care about the freedom to read, know, question, choose, and learn. She also criticized the "don't say gay" bill in Florida, which threatens teachers and librarians who stand up for the rights of the students they teach.