![]() ![]() You guard the sanctity of our pasts, good and bad, as you shepherd the possibilities of our tomorrows.Īnd yet, despite your indispensable contributions - or perhaps because of them - you have become the target of unjust attacks across the nation. You are the heart of our communities, providing a way out and a way up for those unsure of where they’re going - including those who are unhoused, unemployed, or simply looking for a new path. You help us start new chapters at every stage of our lives, showing us the magic of reading as children, and teaching us new skills in our golden years. Your impact goes far beyond book recommendations (although, you have recommended many great books over the years). Because people - people like you - took the time to care about me, to show me the power of words and the power of books, I was able to find my footing in business, service, and eventually, elected office. Through support, advice, and mentorship from specialists, educators, and librarians too numerous to list, I didn’t just fall in love with words… my life started revolving around them. Without them, my world was far smaller than it could have been: I avoided classrooms and libraries for reasons I couldn’t fully understand or articulate. ![]() Books and words weren’t just difficult to read - they felt entirely out of reach. ![]() In my childhood, I struggled with undiagnosed dyslexia. You share words with the world, and as we close out National Library Week, I want to share two words with you: Thank you. ![]()
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