Thank you, Danielle. I was just going to reply the same thing. Jane Lynch, she/her Library Assitant II, Marketing & Programming (906)789-7323 jlynch@escanabalibrary.org ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of dreid reeseunitylibrary.org via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:07 PM To: kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us <kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us>; Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org>; Amber Hughey <a.hughey@bridgeportlibrary.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics I think this conversation is bordering on rude and has no place here. Thank you, Danielle Reid, Director Reese Unity District Library 2065 Gates St., PO Box 413 Reese, MI 48757 Phone: (989) 868-4120 Fax: (989) 868-4123 ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Amber Hughey via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:01 PM To: kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us <kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us>; Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Fortunately, Karen, many of us do NOT agree with your far-right ideologies. We are not being forced into this. We are not being uncourageous because of what we believe in. We believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity, and that unfortunately, work is needed to ensure that those are a cornerstone of being a public library. It should not be a leftist ideal to want to eradicate racism in our communities and libraries, and it should not be a leftist ideal to believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity. I've seen your facebook page and the 'ideals' you spout. And in that, I am very grateful you don't work in my local public library. Amber L Hughey, MLIS She/Hers Director Bridgeport Public Library zv041 3399 Williamson Saginaw MI 48601 989-777-6030 ext 4 On 08/03/2021 2:12 PM Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Hello, I would like to remind everyone that the ALA has no authority over any library whatsoever. Just because they are moving to make libraries places of leftist activism, pushing ideologies stemming from Marxism and critical race theory, does not mean you have to as well. Start speaking up and having more courage about this. The parents in schools can do it. Where do you think the kids go AFTER school? Karyn Ruley Technology Administrator Crawford County Library 201 Plum St. Grayling, MI 49738 Phone: 989-348-9214 ext.205 Fax: 989-348-9294 ---------------------------------- Message: 10 Date: Tue, 3 Aug 2021 09:28:09 -0400 From: Kristin Fontichiaro <font@umich.edu<mailto:font@umich.edu>> To: michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Message-ID: <CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com<mailto:CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Hi, all -- Announced a few days ago <https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/07/ala-adopts-new-code-ethics-principle-racial-and-social-justice>, ALA has added a 9th principle to the ALA Code of Ethics <https://www.ala.org/tools/ethics>, reading: We affirm the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We work to recognize and dismantle systemic and individual biases; to confront inequity and oppression; to enhance diversity and inclusion; and to advance racial and social justice in our libraries, communities, profession, and associations through awareness, advocacy, education, collaboration, services, and allocation of resources and spaces. -- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1bHR8YmY3NDdlYzA4ZDM2MjFmMzAzMDM2OTA3NGM3NjliMzQ> *Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>

It's called the "Not my circus, not my monkeys" mindset. It lets us do just that ... not wonder about other people's lives. 😉 Thank you, Danielle Reid, Director Reese Unity District Library 2065 Gates St., PO Box 413 Reese, MI 48757 Phone: (989) 868-4120 Fax: (989) 868-4123 ________________________________ From: Susan Wess <susan.wess@milanlibrary.org> Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:11 PM To: kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us <kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us>; Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org>; Amber Hughey <a.hughey@bridgeportlibrary.org>; dreid reeseunitylibrary.org <dreid@reeseunitylibrary.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics I can't help but wonder what Karyn's director thinks of her comments, Susan Wess, M.L.I.S. Director [X] 151 Wabash St. Milan, MI 48160 734.439.1240 734.439.5625 -- FAX ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of dreid reeseunitylibrary.org via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:07 PM To: kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us <kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us>; Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org>; Amber Hughey <a.hughey@bridgeportlibrary.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics I think this conversation is bordering on rude and has no place here. Thank you, Danielle Reid, Director Reese Unity District Library 2065 Gates St., PO Box 413 Reese, MI 48757 Phone: (989) 868-4120 Fax: (989) 868-4123 ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Amber Hughey via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:01 PM To: kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us <kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us>; Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Fortunately, Karen, many of us do NOT agree with your far-right ideologies. We are not being forced into this. We are not being uncourageous because of what we believe in. We believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity, and that unfortunately, work is needed to ensure that those are a cornerstone of being a public library. It should not be a leftist ideal to want to eradicate racism in our communities and libraries, and it should not be a leftist ideal to believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity. I've seen your facebook page and the 'ideals' you spout. And in that, I am very grateful you don't work in my local public library. Amber L Hughey, MLIS She/Hers Director Bridgeport Public Library zv041 3399 Williamson Saginaw MI 48601 989-777-6030 ext 4 On 08/03/2021 2:12 PM Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Hello, I would like to remind everyone that the ALA has no authority over any library whatsoever. Just because they are moving to make libraries places of leftist activism, pushing ideologies stemming from Marxism and critical race theory, does not mean you have to as well. Start speaking up and having more courage about this. The parents in schools can do it. Where do you think the kids go AFTER school? Karyn Ruley Technology Administrator Crawford County Library 201 Plum St. Grayling, MI 49738 Phone: 989-348-9214 ext.205 Fax: 989-348-9294 ---------------------------------- Message: 10 Date: Tue, 3 Aug 2021 09:28:09 -0400 From: Kristin Fontichiaro <font@umich.edu<mailto:font@umich.edu>> To: michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Message-ID: <CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com<mailto:CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Hi, all -- Announced a few days ago <https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/07/ala-adopts-new-code-ethics-principle-racial-and-social-justice>, ALA has added a 9th principle to the ALA Code of Ethics <https://www.ala.org/tools/ethics>, reading: We affirm the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We work to recognize and dismantle systemic and individual biases; to confront inequity and oppression; to enhance diversity and inclusion; and to advance racial and social justice in our libraries, communities, profession, and associations through awareness, advocacy, education, collaboration, services, and allocation of resources and spaces. -- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. 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Agree! We serve every segment of our populations. We are purveyors of unbiased information. Striving for inclusion and diversity in our collections, services, and practices is a fantastic thing - it allows us to reach each patron where they are at. I, for one, would also like to point out that many people (including myself) have been using their courage to stand up for exactly this type of change and will continue to do so. Kudos, ALA. Amber McLain Library Director, Patmos Library From: "Jessica Parij via Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org> To: "dreid reeseunitylibrary.org" <dreid@reeseunitylibrary.org> Cc: kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us, "Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:29:44 PM Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics LIBRARIES ARE FOR EVERYONE. Period. Full stop. Every person in our community should feel welcome in our spaces. If you don't agree with that, you're in the wrong field. On Wed, Aug 4, 2021 at 2:27 PM dreid [ http://reeseunitylibrary.org/ | reeseunitylibrary.org ] via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] > wrote: It's called the "Not my circus, not my monkeys" mindset. It lets us do just that ... not wonder about other people's lives. \uD83D\uDE09 Thank you, Danielle Reid, Director Reese Unity District Library 2065 Gates St., PO Box 413 Reese, MI 48757 Phone: (989) 868-4120 Fax: (989) 868-4123 From: Susan Wess < [ mailto:susan.wess@milanlibrary.org | susan.wess@milanlibrary.org ] > Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:11 PM To: [ mailto:kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us | kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us ] < [ mailto:kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us | kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us ] >; Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] >; Amber Hughey < [ mailto:a.hughey@bridgeportlibrary.org | a.hughey@bridgeportlibrary.org ] >; dreid [ http://reeseunitylibrary.org/ | reeseunitylibrary.org ] < [ mailto:dreid@reeseunitylibrary.org | dreid@reeseunitylibrary.org ] > Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics I can't help but wonder what Karyn's director thinks of her comments, Susan Wess, M.L.I.S. Director 151 Wabash St. Milan, MI 48160 734.439.1240 734.439.5625 -- FAX From: Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org | michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org ] > on behalf of dreid [ http://reeseunitylibrary.org/ | reeseunitylibrary.org ] via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] > Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:07 PM To: [ mailto:kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us | kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us ] < [ mailto:kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us | kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us ] >; Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] >; Amber Hughey < [ mailto:a.hughey@bridgeportlibrary.org | a.hughey@bridgeportlibrary.org ] > Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics I think this conversation is bordering on rude and has no place here. Thank you, Danielle Reid, Director Reese Unity District Library 2065 Gates St., PO Box 413 Reese, MI 48757 Phone: (989) 868-4120 Fax: (989) 868-4123 From: Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org | michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org ] > on behalf of Amber Hughey via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] > Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:01 PM To: [ mailto:kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us | kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us ] < [ mailto:kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us | kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us ] >; Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] > Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Fortunately, Karen, many of us do NOT agree with your far-right ideologies. We are not being forced into this. We are not being uncourageous because of what we believe in. We believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity, and that unfortunately, work is needed to ensure that those are a cornerstone of being a public library. It should not be a leftist ideal to want to eradicate racism in our communities and libraries, and it should not be a leftist ideal to believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity. I've seen your facebook page and the 'ideals' you spout. And in that, I am very grateful you don't work in my local public library. Amber L Hughey, MLIS She/Hers Director Bridgeport Public Library zv041 3399 Williamson Saginaw MI 48601 989-777-6030 ext 4 BQ_BEGIN On 08/03/2021 2:12 PM Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] > wrote: Hello, I would like to remind everyone that the ALA has no authority over any library whatsoever. Just because they are moving to make libraries places of leftist activism, pushing ideologies stemming from Marxism and critical race theory, does not mean you have to as well. Start speaking up and having more courage about this. The parents in schools can do it. Where do you think the kids go AFTER school? Karyn Ruley Technology Administrator Crawford County Library 201 Plum St. Grayling, MI 49738 Phone: 989-348-9214 ext.205 Fax: 989-348-9294 ---------------------------------- Message: 10 Date: Tue, 3 Aug 2021 09:28:09 -0400 From: Kristin Fontichiaro < [ mailto:font@umich.edu | font@umich.edu ] > To: [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] Subject: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Message-ID: < [ mailto:CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com | CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com ] > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Hi, all -- Announced a few days ago < [ https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/07/ala-adopts-new-code-ethics-prin... | https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/07/ala-adopts-new-code-ethics-prin... ] >, ALA has added a 9th principle to the ALA Code of Ethics < [ https://www.ala.org/tools/ethics | https://www.ala.org/tools/ethics ] >, reading: We affirm the inherent dignity and rights of every person. 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Kudos to ALA for their clear dedication to supporting free, open, ethical, and welcoming libraries! --- Cindi L. Place, MLIS Director, Bellaire Public Library bellairelibrary@torchlake.com 231-533-8814 On 2021-08-04 14:12, Jake Rynicki via Michlib-l wrote:

Well said Amber. The majority of libraries are funded through taxes. We owe it to every tax payer and every citizen to make sure services are fair and equal.

Thanks Kristin for pointing out the addition!

Jake Rynicki Head of Adult Services & Outreach Romulus Public Library

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From: "Michlib" <michlib-l@mcls.org> To: kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us, "Michlib" <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:01:10 PM Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics

Fortunately, Karen, many of us do NOT agree with your far-right ideologies. We are not being forced into this. We are not being uncourageous because of what we believe in.

We believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity, and that unfortunately, work is needed to ensure that those are a cornerstone of being a public library. It should not be a leftist ideal to want to eradicate racism in our communities and libraries, and it should not be a leftist ideal to believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity.

I've seen your facebook page and the 'ideals' you spout. And in that, I am very grateful you don't work in my local public library.

Amber L Hughey, MLIS She/Hers Director Bridgeport Public Library zv041 3399 Williamson Saginaw MI 48601 989-777-6030 ext 4

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On 08/03/2021 2:12 PM Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Hello,

I would like to remind everyone that the ALA has no authority over any library whatsoever. Just because they are moving to make libraries places of leftist activism, pushing ideologies stemming from Marxism and critical race theory, does not mean you have to as well.

Start speaking up and having more courage about this. The parents in schools can do it. Where do you think the kids go AFTER school?

Karyn Ruley Technology Administrator

Crawford County Library 201 Plum St. Grayling, MI 49738 Phone: 989-348-9214 ext.205 Fax: 989-348-9294 ----------------------------------

Message: 10 Date: Tue, 3 Aug 2021 09:28:09 -0400 From: Kristin Fontichiaro <font@umich.edu> To: michlib-l@mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Message-ID: <CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"

Hi, all --

Announced a few days ago <https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/07/ala-adopts-new-code-ethics-principle-racial-and-social-justice>, ALA has added a 9th principle to the ALA Code of Ethics <https://www.ala.org/tools/ethics>, reading:

We affirm the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We work to recognize and dismantle systemic and individual biases; to confront inequity and oppression; to enhance diversity and inclusion; and to advance racial and social justice in our libraries, communities, profession, and associations through awareness, advocacy, education, collaboration, services, and allocation of resources and spaces.

-- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1bHR8YmY3NDdlYzA4ZDM2MjFmMzAzMDM2OTA3NGM3NjliMzQ>

*Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>

For those interested, here is a really good article from Education Weekly about Critical Race Theory: https://www.edweek.org/leadership/what-is-critical-race-theory-and-why-is-it... We should all be educated! --- Cindi L. Place, MLIS Director, Bellaire Public Library bellairelibrary@torchlake.com 231-533-8814 On 2021-08-04 14:20, Bill Wines via Michlib-l wrote:

I think I know what Marxism is, generally. I have no idea what critical race theory is. Did these have something to do with Dr. Seuss and Mr. Potato Head being cancelled? /s

On Wed, Aug 4, 2021 at 2:04 PM Amber Hughey via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Fortunately, Karen, many of us do NOT agree with your far-right ideologies. We are not being forced into this. We are not being uncourageous because of what we believe in.

We believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity, and that unfortunately, work is needed to ensure that those are a cornerstone of being a public library. It should not be a leftist ideal to want to eradicate racism in our communities and libraries, and it should not be a leftist ideal to believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity.

I've seen your facebook page and the 'ideals' you spout. And in that, I am very grateful you don't work in my local public library.

Amber L Hughey, MLIS She/Hers Director Bridgeport Public Library zv041 3399 Williamson Saginaw MI 48601 989-777-6030 ext 4 On 08/03/2021 2:12 PM Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Hello,

I would like to remind everyone that the ALA has no authority over any library whatsoever. Just because they are moving to make libraries places of leftist activism, pushing ideologies stemming from Marxism and critical race theory, does not mean you have to as well.

Start speaking up and having more courage about this. The parents in schools can do it. Where do you think the kids go AFTER school?

Karyn Ruley Technology Administrator

Crawford County Library 201 Plum St. Grayling, MI 49738 Phone: 989-348-9214 ext.205 Fax: 989-348-9294 ----------------------------------

Message: 10 Date: Tue, 3 Aug 2021 09:28:09 -0400 From: Kristin Fontichiaro <font@umich.edu> To: michlib-l@mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Message-ID: <CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"

Hi, all --

Announced a few days ago <https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/07/ala-adopts-new-code-ethics-principle-racial-and-social-justice>, ALA has added a 9th principle to the ALA Code of Ethics <https://www.ala.org/tools/ethics>, reading:

We affirm the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We work to recognize and dismantle systemic and individual biases; to confront inequity and oppression; to enhance diversity and inclusion; and to advance racial and social justice in our libraries, communities, profession, and associations through awareness, advocacy, education, collaboration, services, and allocation of resources and spaces.

-- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1bHR8YmY3NDdlYzA4ZDM2MjFmMzAzMDM2OTA3NGM3NjliMzQ>

*Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>

I’m going to take a big guess here. I would bet the people who are opposed to the new 9th ethic are white. Melissa Armstrong Assistant Director Caro Area District Library From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> On Behalf Of Jocelyn Levin via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 3:44 PM To: Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics I'm proud to work in a library where all visitors are welcome and where we make our best effort to provide the services needed to all. I agree wholeheartedly with Kristin, Cindi, Jessica, Kristen, Amber, Suzy, James, Jake, and Meagan. Thank goodness there are libraries all across our wonderful state where we loudly and proudly celebrate diversity and inclusion by confronting the inequity and oppression that has and continues to exist in our world! Libraries are the best! Jocelyn PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS Jocelyn Levin, MLIS Youth Services Librarian jlevin@ltpl.org<mailto:jlevin@ltpl.org> Lyon Township Public Library 27005 S. Milford Rd, South Lyon, MI 48178 248.437.8800 www.LTPL.org<http://www.LTPL.org> On Wed, Aug 4, 2021 at 2:55 PM bellairelibrary--- via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: For those interested, here is a really good article from Education Weekly about Critical Race Theory: https://www.edweek.org/leadership/what-is-critical-race-theory-and-why-is-it... We should all be educated! --- Cindi L. Place, MLIS Director, Bellaire Public Library bellairelibrary@torchlake.com<mailto:bellairelibrary@torchlake.com> 231-533-8814 On 2021-08-04 14:20, Bill Wines via Michlib-l wrote: I think I know what Marxism is, generally. I have no idea what critical race theory is. Did these have something to do with Dr. Seuss and Mr. Potato Head being cancelled? /s On Wed, Aug 4, 2021 at 2:04 PM Amber Hughey via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Fortunately, Karen, many of us do NOT agree with your far-right ideologies. We are not being forced into this. We are not being uncourageous because of what we believe in. We believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity, and that unfortunately, work is needed to ensure that those are a cornerstone of being a public library. It should not be a leftist ideal to want to eradicate racism in our communities and libraries, and it should not be a leftist ideal to believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity. I've seen your facebook page and the 'ideals' you spout. And in that, I am very grateful you don't work in my local public library. Amber L Hughey, MLIS She/Hers Director Bridgeport Public Library zv041 3399 Williamson Saginaw MI 48601 989-777-6030 ext 4 On 08/03/2021 2:12 PM Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Hello, I would like to remind everyone that the ALA has no authority over any library whatsoever. Just because they are moving to make libraries places of leftist activism, pushing ideologies stemming from Marxism and critical race theory, does not mean you have to as well. Start speaking up and having more courage about this. The parents in schools can do it. Where do you think the kids go AFTER school? Karyn Ruley Technology Administrator Crawford County Library 201 Plum St. Grayling, MI 49738 Phone: 989-348-9214 ext.205 Fax: 989-348-9294 ---------------------------------- Message: 10 Date: Tue, 3 Aug 2021 09:28:09 -0400 From: Kristin Fontichiaro <font@umich.edu<mailto:font@umich.edu>> To: michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Message-ID: <CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com<mailto:CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Hi, all -- Announced a few days ago <https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/07/ala-adopts-new-code-ethics-principle-racial-and-social-justice>, ALA has added a 9th principle to the ALA Code of Ethics <https://www.ala.org/tools/ethics>, reading: We affirm the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We work to recognize and dismantle systemic and individual biases; to confront inequity and oppression; to enhance diversity and inclusion; and to advance racial and social justice in our libraries, communities, profession, and associations through awareness, advocacy, education, collaboration, services, and allocation of resources and spaces. -- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. 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This tread is becoming volatile. And please keep your white comments to yourself. You can’t judge people by their color anymore. There are black parents with white children. There mixed race human beings who look white but come from many different backgrounds. Saying someone is white is inherent racism. Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 5, 2021, at 10:02 AM, Barr, Karen S via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

 This thread is starting to look like Facebook. Can we put an end to this discussion here, please?

Karen Barr Learning Resource Technician Oakland Community College

From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Melissa Armstrong via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Thursday, August 5, 2021 9:29 AM To: Jocelyn Levin <jlevin@ltpl.org>; michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics

I’m going to take a big guess here. I would bet the people who are opposed to the new 9th ethic are white.

Melissa Armstrong Assistant Director Caro Area District Library

From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> On Behalf Of Jocelyn Levin via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 3:44 PM To: Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics

I'm proud to work in a library where all visitors are welcome and where we make our best effort to provide the services needed to all. I agree wholeheartedly with Kristin, Cindi, Jessica, Kristen, Amber, Suzy, James, Jake, and Meagan. Thank goodness there are libraries all across our wonderful state where we loudly and proudly celebrate diversity and inclusion by confronting the inequity and oppression that has and continues to exist in our world!

Libraries are the best! Jocelyn

PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS

Jocelyn Levin, MLIS Youth Services Librarian jlevin@ltpl.org

Lyon Township Public Library 27005 S. Milford Rd, South Lyon, MI 48178 248.437.8800 www.LTPL.org

On Wed, Aug 4, 2021 at 2:55 PM bellairelibrary--- via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote: For those interested, here is a really good article from Education Weekly about Critical Race Theory:

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/what-is-critical-race-theory-and-why-is-it...

We should all be educated!

--- Cindi L. Place, MLIS Director, Bellaire Public Library bellairelibrary@torchlake.com 231-533-8814

On 2021-08-04 14:20, Bill Wines via Michlib-l wrote:

I think I know what Marxism is, generally. I have no idea what critical race theory is. Did these have something to do with Dr. Seuss and Mr. Potato Head being cancelled? /s

On Wed, Aug 4, 2021 at 2:04 PM Amber Hughey via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote: Fortunately, Karen, many of us do NOT agree with your far-right ideologies. We are not being forced into this. We are not being uncourageous because of what we believe in.

We believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity, and that unfortunately, work is needed to ensure that those are a cornerstone of being a public library. It should not be a leftist ideal to want to eradicate racism in our communities and libraries, and it should not be a leftist ideal to believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity.

I've seen your facebook page and the 'ideals' you spout. And in that, I am very grateful you don't work in my local public library.

Amber L Hughey, MLIS She/Hers Director Bridgeport Public Library zv041 3399 Williamson Saginaw MI 48601 989-777-6030 ext 4 On 08/03/2021 2:12 PM Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Hello,

I would like to remind everyone that the ALA has no authority over any library whatsoever. Just because they are moving to make libraries places of leftist activism, pushing ideologies stemming from Marxism and critical race theory, does not mean you have to as well.

Start speaking up and having more courage about this. The parents in schools can do it. Where do you think the kids go AFTER school?

Karyn Ruley Technology Administrator

Crawford County Library 201 Plum St. Grayling, MI 49738 Phone: 989-348-9214 ext.205 Fax: 989-348-9294 ----------------------------------

Message: 10 Date: Tue, 3 Aug 2021 09:28:09 -0400 From: Kristin Fontichiaro <font@umich.edu> To: michlib-l@mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Message-ID: <CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"

Hi, all --

Announced a few days ago <https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/07/ala-adopts-new-code-ethics-principle-racial-and-social-justice>, ALA has added a 9th principle to the ALA Code of Ethics <https://www.ala.org/tools/ethics>, reading:

We affirm the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We work to recognize and dismantle systemic and individual biases; to confront inequity and oppression; to enhance diversity and inclusion; and to advance racial and social justice in our libraries, communities, profession, and associations through awareness, advocacy, education, collaboration, services, and allocation of resources and spaces.

-- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1bHR8YmY3NDdlYzA4ZDM2MjFmMzAzMDM2OTA3NGM3NjliMzQ>

*Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>

Thank you, Journey, for stating this so eloquently and passionately. It is not just our patrons that this mindset effects, but library staff as well. While I have always felt welcome in my library, this thread serves to highlight that this is not universal in libraries across the State of Michigan. My existence is not political. This is a human rights issue, not a political debate. AJ Wyatt-Greene They/She Family and School Services Librarian Dearborn Heights City Libraries On 2021-08-05 10:19, Journey Robinson via Michlib-l wrote:

I would just like to point out that not only are our patrons a diverse population, but librarians and staff who work in our institutions are as well. When someone on this listserv claims that addressing systemic issues such as (but not limited to) unfair treatment based on race, gender, and sexuality is politically motivated, "marxist," and doesn't belong in libraries, you're sending a direct message to anyone who faces these issues and works in the library world that _they do not belong as well_. And you're saying that on a list for library staff across the entire state. This is damaging to the library institutions across the entire state, not just your personal library where you believe, rightfully or not, "nobody like that" works or lives there.

Libraries must be for everyone. Including the people whose identities have been forcefully politicised, marginalized, and ignored.

Journey Robinson They/Them [13] Youth Services Librarian Commerce Township Community Library Phone: 248-669-8108 Ext. 112

On Thu, Aug 5, 2021 at 10:11 AM Amber Alexander via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

...

This tread is becoming volatile.

And please keep your white comments to yourself. You can’t judge people by their color anymore. There are black parents with white children. There mixed race human beings who look white but come from many different backgrounds. Saying someone is white is inherent racism.

Sent from my iPhone

...

On Aug 5, 2021, at 10:02 AM, Barr, Karen S via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

 This thread is starting to look like Facebook. Can we put an end to this discussion here, please?

Karen Barr Learning Resource Technician Oakland Community College

-------------------------

From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Melissa Armstrong via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Thursday, August 5, 2021 9:29 AM To: Jocelyn Levin <jlevin@ltpl.org>; michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics

I’m going to take a big guess here. I would bet the people who are opposed to the new 9th ethic are white.

Melissa Armstrong

Assistant Director

Caro Area District Library

From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> On Behalf Of Jocelyn Levin via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 3:44 PM To: Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics

I'm proud to work in a library where all visitors are welcome and where we make our best effort to provide the services needed to all. I agree wholeheartedly with Kristin, Cindi, Jessica, Kristen, Amber, Suzy, James, Jake, and Meagan. Thank goodness there are libraries all across our wonderful state where we loudly and proudly celebrate diversity and inclusion by confronting the inequity and oppression that has and continues to exist in our world!

Libraries are the best!

Jocelyn

PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS

Jocelyn Levin, MLIS

Youth Services Librarian

jlevin@ltpl.org

Lyon Township Public Library

27005 S. Milford Rd, South Lyon, MI 48178

248.437.8800

www.LTPL.org [1]

On Wed, Aug 4, 2021 at 2:55 PM bellairelibrary--- via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

For those interested, here is a really good article from Education Weekly about Critical Race Theory:

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/what-is-critical-race-theory-and-why-is-it...

...

[2]

We should all be educated!

---

Cindi L. Place, MLIS Director, Bellaire Public Library bellairelibrary@torchlake.com 231-533-8814

On 2021-08-04 14:20, Bill Wines via Michlib-l wrote:

I think I know what Marxism is, generally. I have no idea what critical race theory is. Did these have something to do with Dr. Seuss and Mr. Potato Head being cancelled? /s

On Wed, Aug 4, 2021 at 2:04 PM Amber Hughey via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Fortunately, Karen, many of us do NOT agree with your far-right ideologies. We are not being forced into this. We are not being uncourageous because of what we believe in.

We believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity, and that unfortunately, work is needed to ensure that those are a cornerstone of being a public library. It should not be a leftist ideal to want to eradicate racism in our communities and libraries, and it should not be a leftist ideal to believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity.

I've seen your facebook page and the 'ideals' you spout. And in that, I am very grateful you don't work in my local public library.

Amber L Hughey, MLIS

She/Hers

Director

Bridgeport Public Library zv041

3399 Williamson

Saginaw MI 48601

989-777-6030 ext 4

On 08/03/2021 2:12 PM Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Hello,

I would like to remind everyone that the ALA has no authority over any

library whatsoever. Just because they are moving to make libraries places of

leftist activism, pushing ideologies stemming from Marxism and critical race

theory, does not mean you have to as well.

Start speaking up and having more courage about this. The parents in schools

can do it. Where do you think the kids go AFTER school?

Karyn Ruley

Technology Administrator

Crawford County Library

201 Plum St.

Grayling, MI

49738

Phone: 989-348-9214 ext.205

Fax: 989-348-9294

----------------------------------

Message: 10

Date: Tue, 3 Aug 2021 09:28:09 -0400

From: Kristin Fontichiaro <font@umich.edu>

To: michlib-l@mcls.org

Subject: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle

added to ALA Code of Ethics

Message-ID:

<CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com>

Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"

Hi, all --

Announced a few days ago

<https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/07/ala-adopts-new-code-ethics-prin...

...

[3]>,

ALA has added a 9th principle to the ALA Code of Ethics

<https://www.ala.org/tools/ethics [4]>, reading:

We affirm the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We work to

recognize and dismantle systemic and individual biases; to confront

inequity and oppression; to enhance diversity and inclusion; and to advance

racial and social justice in our libraries, communities, profession, and

associations through awareness, advocacy, education, collaboration,

services, and allocation of resources and spaces.

--

Kristin Fontichiaro

University of Michigan School of Information

4427 North Quad

105 S. State St.

Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285

734.647.3593

Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning [5]> | Book an Appointment (school

year only)

<https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1bH...

...

[6]>

*Projects:*

Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu [7]> | Making in Michigan

Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu [8]>

Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu [9]> | Public

Library Management MOOC

<http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/ [10]>

You have written so eloquently what I have been thinking the past several days! Thank you! --- Cindi L. Place, MLIS Director, Bellaire Public Library bellairelibrary@torchlake.com 231-533-8814 On 2021-08-06 19:49, Deb Hemmye wrote:

I know there have been calls for this thread to discontinue, comparing it to a Facebook thread. For me, hearing different viewpoints (sometimes accompanied by links to more in-depth explanations) is helpful and thought-provoking. Threads like this one challenges me to think about what a public library is, what I believe, and how all of this plays out in my service to my community.

I agree that no one should be name-calling and a couple of posts have inched very close to that line, but I disagree that we should not be talking about difficult topics just because they evoke strong emotions. My hope is that, rather than shutting down threads where people express very disparate opinions, we can continue to have them in an atmosphere of respect and openness.

_Deb Hemmye_ Adult Services Librarian Farmington Community Library Liberty Street Library 248-553-0321, ext. 262

-------------------------

From: bellairelibrary@torchlake.com <bellairelibrary@torchlake.com> Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 2:53 PM To: Bill Wines <bwines@commercelibrary.info> Cc: Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org>; kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us <kruley@crawfordco.lib.mi.us> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics

For those interested, here is a really good article from Education Weekly about Critical Race Theory:

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/what-is-critical-race-theory-and-why-is-it...

We should all be educated!

--- Cindi L. Place, MLIS Director, Bellaire Public Library bellairelibrary@torchlake.com 231-533-8814

On 2021-08-04 14:20, Bill Wines via Michlib-l wrote:

I think I know what Marxism is, generally. I have no idea what critical race theory is. Did these have something to do with Dr. Seuss and Mr. Potato Head being cancelled? /s

On Wed, Aug 4, 2021 at 2:04 PM Amber Hughey via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Fortunately, Karen, many of us do NOT agree with your far-right ideologies. We are not being forced into this. We are not being uncourageous because of what we believe in.

We believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity, and that unfortunately, work is needed to ensure that those are a cornerstone of being a public library. It should not be a leftist ideal to want to eradicate racism in our communities and libraries, and it should not be a leftist ideal to believe that libraries are a place of inclusion and diversity.

I've seen your facebook page and the 'ideals' you spout. And in that, I am very grateful you don't work in my local public library.

Amber L Hughey, MLIS She/Hers Director Bridgeport Public Library zv041 3399 Williamson Saginaw MI 48601 989-777-6030 ext 4 On 08/03/2021 2:12 PM Karyn Ruley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Hello,

I would like to remind everyone that the ALA has no authority over any library whatsoever. Just because they are moving to make libraries places of leftist activism, pushing ideologies stemming from Marxism and critical race theory, does not mean you have to as well.

Start speaking up and having more courage about this. The parents in schools can do it. Where do you think the kids go AFTER school?

Karyn Ruley Technology Administrator

Crawford County Library 201 Plum St. Grayling, MI 49738 Phone: 989-348-9214 ext.205 Fax: 989-348-9294 ----------------------------------

Message: 10 Date: Tue, 3 Aug 2021 09:28:09 -0400 From: Kristin Fontichiaro <font@umich.edu> To: michlib-l@mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] ICYMI: New equity and social justice principle added to ALA Code of Ethics Message-ID: <CAFaG-7xW68=EGY-Sa2z3xMs1wy+sGTn9Dt2nY1ZwJ6+5fGQkKw@mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"

Hi, all --

Announced a few days ago <https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2021/07/ala-adopts-new-code-ethics-principle-racial-and-social-justice>, ALA has added a 9th principle to the ALA Code of Ethics <https://www.ala.org/tools/ethics>, reading:

We affirm the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We work to recognize and dismantle systemic and individual biases; to confront inequity and oppression; to enhance diversity and inclusion; and to advance racial and social justice in our libraries, communities, profession, and associations through awareness, advocacy, education, collaboration, services, and allocation of resources and spaces.

-- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1bHR8YmY3NDdlYzA4ZDM2MjFmMzAzMDM2OTA3NGM3NjliMzQ>

*Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>