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Stephen King Responds to Florida School Book Bans

Florida's legislation targets sexually explicit material, prompting backlash and a major lawsuit from publishers.

  • Florida law led to the removal of over 50 Stephen King books from school libraries.
  • Governor Ron DeSantis's 2022 legislation is at the center of the controversy.
  • Critics argue the law suppresses discussions on race and LGBTQ+ issues.
  • Six major publishers have filed a lawsuit claiming the law violates First Amendment rights.
  • Stephen King's social media post on the bans has garnered significant attention.
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