News & Commentary
Sep 22, 2024
Banned Books Week 2024: Attempts to Ban Books on the Rise
We have a right to read and learn free from censorship.
May 01, 2024
"I grew up seeing women die in pregnancy and childbirth. I don't want that for myself or my daughter."
Abby Collins of Muscatine is terrified of threats to abortion access in Iowa.
Apr 22, 2024
Why Having Banned Books in Iowa Schools Matters
Some people are shrugging their shoulders and asking, why does it matter? Can’t kids get those same books and information at their town library, bookstore, or online?
Mar 18, 2024
"I want to be a mother. Iowa politicians’ abortion and IVF choices put my life at risk."
I don't want to be in a position where starting a family could end in my death because of a bad law.
Jan 04, 2024
Mary Beth Tinker: Support Iowa Students Challenging Censorship
As a teenager, civil rights trailblazer Mary Beth Tinker knew she was gay. Today she supports Iowa students currently fighting against censorship and anti-LGBTQ laws.
Jan 04, 2024
Ankeny Student Wins Our Mannheimer Youth Advocacy Award
Jemma, 18, is one of two winners of the Robert Mannheimer Youth Advocacy Award.
Jan 04, 2024
Urbandale Student Wins Our Mannheimer Youth Advocacy Award
Hailie Bonz, 17, is one of two winners of the Robert Mannheimer Youth Advocacy Award.
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