Children’s authors sue LA over library’s cancellation of Read Palestine Week event
Summary
Two children’s book authors sued Los Angeles because the city’s public library canceled a virtual event about Palestinian stories. The authors say the library discriminated against them after a staff member accused them of having terrorist connections and hateful views against Jewish people.Key Facts
- Authors Jenan Matari and Nora Lester Murad filed the lawsuit against Los Angeles.
- The library canceled the virtual discussion called Read Palestine Week.
- Cancellation happened after a library worker accused the authors of “strong terrorist ties.”
- The same staffer also said the authors held “virulently antisemitic views.”
- The authors claim this action was discriminatory.
- The canceled event was meant to feature Palestinian stories for children.
- The lawsuit challenges the city and the library’s decision to cancel the event.
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