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American
Library Association: Intellectual Freedom Basics
Provides links to information on the First Amendment and
freedom of expression, banned books week, free speech for young people,
and the ALA’s statements and policies. From the American Library
Association, a professional organization that “provide(s) leadership
for the development, promotion, and improvement of library and information
services” in the U.S.
First Amendment
Center
News stories on First Amendment rights. From the First
Amendment Center, a group that “works to preserve and protect
First Amendment freedoms through information and education.”
Morality in Media,
Inc
Provides information and links to materials on obscenity
law. From Morality in Media, Inc., a national, not-for-profit, interfaith
organization established in 1962 “to combat obscenity and uphold
decency standards in the media.”
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Books and Magazines
American
Library Association: Intellectual Freedom Basics
Provides links to information on the First Amendment and
freedom of expression, banned books week, free speech for young people,
and the ALA’s statements and policies. From the American Library
Association, a professional organization that “provide(s) leadership
for the development, promotion, and improvement of library and information
services” in the U.S.
Banned
Books and Censorship
Scroll down for links to web sites dealing with banned
and/or censored books and comic books. Sponsored by Books AtoZ, an internet
site specializing “in helping self and small publishers”
by providing “all the tools and services necessary to publish
a book through an alliance of industry vendors.”
Banned
Books Online
Includes information on why and when some books have been
“suppressed or censored by legal authorities.” From The
Online Books Page, “a website that facilitates access to books
that are freely readable over the Internet.”
Comic Book
Legal Defense Fund
A timeline of comic book censorship in the United States
from 1754 to the 1990s. From the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, a non-profit
organization founded in 1986 and “dedicated to the preservation
of First Amendment rights for members of the comics community.”
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Internet
American
Library Association: Libraries, the Internet and Filtering
An article that supports complete and open Internet access
in libraries. Includes links within the article to policy statements,
fact sheets, and court cases. From the American Library Association,
a professional organization that “provide(s) leadership for the
development, promotion, and improvement of library and information services”
in the U.S.
Center for Democracy and
Technology: Free Speech
Includes information on free speech in the online environment,
the Children’s Internet Protection Act, and pending U.S. legislation.
From the Center for Democracy and Technology, working “to promote
democratic values and constitutional liberties in the digital age.”
Electronic Frontier Foundation
Features issues, court cases, news articles and other information
on the right to privacy and free expression on the Internet. From the
Electronic Frontier Foundation, a “non-profit group…working
to protect your digital rights.”
Morality in Media,
Inc.
Click on “Internet Issues” on the left for
articles about Internet pornography and why libraries should have
Internet filters. From Morality in Media, Inc., a national, not-for-profit,
interfaith organization established in 1962 “to combat obscenity
and uphold decency standards in the media.” Click on “Internet
Obscenity” on the right for articles about Internet pornography.
Pornography
and the Internet
Discusses the issue of Internet pornography and children
from a Christian perspective. Provides information on filters and what
people can do to be protected from pornography in libraries. From the
National Coalition for the Protection of Children & Families (NCPCF).
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Music
Freemuse
Information about international issues regarding the censorship of
musicians and composers worldwide. From Freedom of Musical Expression
an independent, international organization advocating freedom of
expression.
RIAA
– Issues: Parental Advisory
Provides information about the Parental Advisory Label
that is designed to alert parents to music with explicit lyrics. Includes
background on why the Recording Industry decided to use the label, program
guidelines, and frequently asked questions. From the Recording Industry
Association of America.
Music’s
Deadly Influence
An article giving reasons why popular music may contribute
to destructive and violent behavior and why parents should monitor
their children’s music. From Concerned Women for America, an organization
trying “to bring Biblical principles into all levels of public
policy.”
Parental Advisory:
Music Censorship in America
Includes a definition of music censorship, a timeline,
and recommended readings. From Eric Nuzum, author of the book Parental
Advisory: Music Censorship in America.
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Last Updated:
September 10, 2008
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