Join a moderated panel for an informative discussion about censorship, book bans, and the "Freedom to Read" bill to better understand the current landscape and the role of this piece of legislation for Rhode Island communities.

Panelists:

  • Padma Venkatraman, award-winning Rhode Island-based author
  • Bill Lancellotta, Assistant Director, Westerly Library and Wilcox Park
  • Leslie Dunn, Community Advocate
  • Rev. Darin Collins, Pastor, Berean Baptist Church Rhode Island

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