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"Sexual grooming!" Republican officials threaten library over book about rainbow dinosaur
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· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Missouri Attorney General's office has taken an interest in the event, with a legal threat being sent to the library.
A recent event at the Daniel Boone Regional Library has drawn attention. The library had planned an activity for young children with an LGBTQ + theme. This event was intended for toddlers and preschoolers and included storytelling and singing.
Further details about the event are available from the library's website. The event's announcement featured a picture of a family with a book. The Missouri Attorney General's office has taken an interest in the event, with a legal threat being sent to the library.
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Category: rights Published: July 27, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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