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** Race + Power Weekly
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Activist and writer James Baldwin once said ([link removed]) , “You think your pains and your heartbreak are unprecedented in the history of the world, but then you read. It was [books] that taught me that the things that tormented me most were the things that connected me with all the people who were alive, or who ever had been alive.”

In the face of renewed attacks on our civil rights I often think about this quote and turn to books and poetry to learn more about how those who came before us persevered. But I also worry about those who are coming after us.

In today’s newsletter, we look at how Black literary organizations continue to be underresourced, and how book bans are limiting access to stories about racial justice, disability justice, and gender justice at a time when they are needed the most.

First, we take a look at my recent piece ([link removed]) about the funding challenges faced by Black literary organizations. Then, we look at an article from our Climate Justice editor, Alison Stine, about book bans ([link removed]) under the Trump administration. Next, we revisit one of Stine’s pieces from 2023 ([link removed]) about book bans targeting Black writers. Finally, check out our collection ([link removed]) in honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month.

Thanks for reading,

Rebekah Barber
Staff Writer, NPQ
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New Field Study Highlights the Need for Resources for Black Literary Organizations ([link removed])
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Recent Challenges and Bans Target Books by Black Writers ([link removed])
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What to Read in AANHPI Heritage Month ([link removed])
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In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, the NPQ team is sharing a collection of stories we’ve published celebrating the contributions of generations of AANHPI people to US history, society, and culture. The articles in this collection highlight the work to preserve and advance AANHPI stories, cultures, and lives. From organizing communities to amplify AANHPI voices against violence, to healing the environment for holistic health and wellbeing, AANHPI people share insights on how they are tapping into leadership and cultural innovation to uplift themselves and the world at large. Read our collection... ([link removed])

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