“I condemn this act, not only because it is a crime against our institutions and community, but also because it is fundamentally un-American. This nation was founded on the right to free speech and open expression, and our libraries are the embodiment of that promise."

The Beachwood Police Department reported on May 2 the man checked out the hundred books from the Cuyahoga County Public Library Beachwood Branch, and posted a video of him burning the books on social media.

  • maccentric@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    9 hours ago

    Libraries allow you to check out 100 books? Last time I used my card to check out books there was a limit to 10., which seemed plenty to me.

    • meliaesc@lemmy.world
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      17 minutes ago

      I’ve seen homeschooling moms check out dozens and dozens of kids books at once. Plus you could use multiple cards if you’re planning some grand arson demonstration, I guess.