Texas continues American tradition of issue with books
Texas is back in the news. It seems the state can't get out of the news actually. This time, it is about books in schools. State representative Matt Krause, a Republican from Fort Worth and chair of the General Investigating Committee, is at the center of controversy after announcing the committe will investigate school library book collections. The focus on books that feature human sexuality and systemic racism. LINK: Texas looks into 850 books In an October 25 letter, Krause, penned, “the committee may initiate inquiries concerning any ‘matter the committee considers necessary for the information of the legislature or for the welfare and protection of state citizens." On first reading, this edict gives a wide range of power to this panel, and comes off as unchecked with an air of "we know what is best for you," a sentiment that seems to fly in the face of conservative ideology, which has long stated individuals know what is best for them. Not to mention the hypoc