The education system has always sought to offer equal education and opportunities to their students despite race, religion, sexuality, etc. Schools have aimed, for many years, to avoid both discrimination and exclusion to every degree, banning any discourse surrounding sensitive topics that could potentially offend other communities. These forbidden or taboo subjects often include religion, […]
Tag: Censorship
Where Should the Government Draw the Line in Censorship?
Information has never been more readily available than it is in our modern world. We can gather news from across the globe and carry a full library of knowledge in our phones. However, many countries have also restricted access to certain content, offering various justifications for censorship. With such a vast ocean of information available […]
Blacklisted Books of 2024: PEN America’s Perspective
From outdated social ideals to contentious coming of age narratives, debates over book bans have intensified. Educators and psychologists have subsequently expressed concerns about their effects on young readers. PEN America, a non-profit dedicated to free expression, has documented an alarming 8,232 book bans in states like Iowa and Florida. While the organization champions the […]
