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The top library books people tried to ban last year

Season 2023 Episode 114 | 6m 47s

Battles have erupted at schools, school boards and library meetings across the country as parents, lawmakers and advocacy groups are debating books. The American Library Association documented more than 1,200 demands to censor books and resources last year, the highest since it started collecting data 20 years ago. Jeffrey Brown discussed more with the group's director, Deborah Caldwell-Stone.

Major corporate funding for the PBS News Hour is provided by BDO, BNSF, Consumer Cellular, American Cruise Lines, and Raymond James. Funding for the PBS NewsHour Weekend is provided by Consumer Cellular and Cunard Cruise Line. For a complete list of funders for the PBS NewsHour and PBS NewsHour weekend, click here.

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Preview: S44 E9 | 0:30

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Ocean parents must master dedication and intelligence to raise their young.

Preview: S44 E8 | 0:30

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Preview of Parenthood "Freshwater"

Animal parents must overcome freshwater’s constant changes.

Preview: S44 E7 | 0:30

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Mammal Origins Preview

Explore mammals’ surprising origins, long before the age of dinosaurs.

Preview: S53 E4 | 0:30

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Frog Dad Goes to Extreme Heights

This frog dad goes to extreme heights to find the safest home for his tadpoles.

Clip: S44 E7 | 3:08

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Elephant Mom Saves Baby From Flood

Trapped on the wrong side of a flooded river, an elephant mom must decide if it’s safe to cross.

Clip: S44 E7 | 2:52

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Fish Parenting 101: Mom vs. Dad

Cichlid parents must learn to work together to protect their young.

Clip: S44 E7 | 2:33

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Episode 5 Scene

James arrives at Hensfield dog track to take on the role of attending vet.

Clip: S6 E5 | 1:19

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James gets himself in a tough spot when he takes on a new role. Jimmy tells Siegfried hard truths.

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