Resident files book challenge; public comments pressure board on multiple issues
Aug 7, 2026
Aug 7, 2026
A resident filed a formal book challenge for 'We Speak in Storms' and multiple speakers used public comment to urge the board on teacher retention and volunteer safety; the board acknowledged concerns and listed next steps.
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Bruce Friedman formally submitted a book challenge for We Speak in Storms by Natalie Lund and described the text as objectionable. "This book is ****. It's grotesque," Friedman said during his public comment and indicated more challenges will be submitted in the coming month.
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