SortAnd you thought that a children’s book on self -confidence and acceptance of their uniqueness It was immune from censorship, you will have to change your mind. Freckleface Strawberrythe illustrated story written by the Oscar -winning actress Julianne Moorewas officially banned from the schools managed by the Department of Defense of the United States, following an executive order of the Trump Administration. The decision aroused indignation in the world of culture and publishing, triggering the debate on freedom of expression.
Why has Julianne Moore’s book be banned by the Pentagon?
Published in 2007 and illustrated by Leuyen Pham, Freckleface Strawberry tells The story of a seven -year -old girl who feels different because of his freckles and red hair. Throughout history, the protagonist Learn to accept your appearanceunderstanding that diversity is what makes each person unique. The book, inspired by Juliane Moore’s personal experience, has been transformed into a series of other volumes, a theatrical piece and even a musical.
Despite his positive message, the title was included in the list of books banned by the school libraries of the Pentagon schools. The reason? Donald Trump has signed an executive order that aims to eliminate programs of diversity, equity and inclusion (gods). A measure for removing materials “potentially connected to gender ideology oa Themes on discriminatory equity».
Julianne Moore: “I never thought it could happen”
The news of the ban left Julianne Moore dismay, who expressed himself in a post on Instagram: «It was a great shock for me. I wrote this book for my children and for all children, to remind them that we all face difficulties, but our humanity and sense of community unites us. I never imagined that it could be banned in a country where freedom of expression is a constitutional right».
To make the question even more personalJulianne Moore’s bond with the Pentagon schools: His father was a soldier and the actress has attended one of these institutions in Frankfurtin Germany.
Not only Julianne Moore: the black list of bandit books
Moore’s book is not the only one to have been censored. Among the other titles finished under the viewfinder of the new legislation figure No Truth Without Ruthan illustrated biography of the deceased Ruth Bader Ginsburgsecond women’s judge in the history of the US Supreme Court, known for his commitment in the struggle for gender equality.
According to journalistic sourcesthe Pentagon schools will also have to eliminate references to gender identity, abolish inclusive pronouns from official communications and not to celebrate events such as the Black History Month.
Indignation and protest: the reaction of the cultural world
The American library association condemned the decision, calling it an act of censorship: «These decrees cancel the story and silence the voices of the Americans whose diversity reflects our nation. People who defend our country deserve to exercise the rights they protect, and their children have the right to an education that reflects the multiplicity of human experiences».
On social media, many mothers have told how the book has helped their daughters to accept themselves, while other users wonder: How can a story about self -esteem be considered “controversial”? An answer that Trump, a man who certainly does not lack confidence in himself, could respond with some ease.
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