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Andrea Jamison

@achitownj.bsky.social

Andrea J For ALA 2026-2027 President - Librarian, Educator, Author advocating for intellectual freedom, protections for librarians, and social justice. www.andreajamison.com

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Meet the Candidates for ALA President: Andrea Jamison | American Libraries Magazine ALA 2026-2027 presidential candidate statement from Andrea Jamison.

americanlibrariesmagazine.org/2025/03/03/m...

04.03.2025 02:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Reposting!! Please support SB 5551 (2025-2026): A bill that aims to improve access to library and technology programs for K-12 students. The bill requires school districts to adopt policies by September 1, 2026. It also expands the role of teacher-librarians. #librarians #schoollibrarians

21.02.2025 16:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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LJ Talks to 2026–27 ALA Presidential Candidates Lindsay Cronk, Andrea Jamison, and Maria McCauley Voting for the American Library Association (ALA) 2026–27 presidential campaign opens March 10, and ALA members in good standing can cast their ballots through April 2. LJ invited candidates Lindsay C...

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19.02.2025 05:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Photo of Nick Brooks and moderator onstage at LibLearnX.

Photo of Nick Brooks and moderator onstage at LibLearnX.

Photo of Nick Brooks and a LibLearnX attendee taking a selfie.

Photo of Nick Brooks and a LibLearnX attendee taking a selfie.

Critically acclaimed author of "Promise Boys" and award-winning filmmaker Nick Brooks discussed his upcoming book, "Up in Smoke," available May 2025 at #LibLearnX25! He also chatted with attendees, took selfies, and signed books.

26.01.2025 16:42 β€” πŸ‘ 30    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The brave people who defend us deserve to exercise the rights they protect, and their children deserve the right to read a broad array of materials and learn from a range of perspectives that reflect the abundance of ideas from all Americans. Show up for our libraries. American Association of School Librarians, American Library Association.

The brave people who defend us deserve to exercise the rights they protect, and their children deserve the right to read a broad array of materials and learn from a range of perspectives that reflect the abundance of ideas from all Americans. Show up for our libraries. American Association of School Librarians, American Library Association.

ALA, AASL decry U.S. Defense Department censorship of schools and libraries on military installations
Read the full statement: www.ala.org/news/2025/02...

#ShowUpForOurLibraries

15.02.2025 17:29 β€” πŸ‘ 437    πŸ” 149    πŸ’¬ 6    πŸ“Œ 5
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JFK Library in Boston abruptly closes due to Trump executive order The JFK Library in Boston abruptly closed on Tuesday due to an executive order by President Trump, a library spokesman said.

Library officials are seeking to reopen tomorrow. #savelibraries

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19.02.2025 02:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Learn more at www.AndreaJamison.com!

18.02.2025 13:43 β€” πŸ‘ 31    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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I enjoyed speaking with #library students about what we can and need to do to secure their future in librarianship.

17.02.2025 19:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Librarians Beware: Self-Censorship Dubbed self-censoring, there is a growing concern that many librarians are purposefully omitting certain books and content from library collections due to personal bias opposed to professional judgmen...

In our current social/political climate, we may feel pressured to remove books representing diversity of thought and people but intellectual freedom undergirds democracy. #schoollibraries #libraries via www.oif.ala.org/librarians-b...

17.02.2025 19:46 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you KC Boyd @kcboyd.bsky.social

05.02.2025 04:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The first two episodes of Library on Lock are ready for viewing or listening! Now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple. Thanks to my special guests @thenextgenlib.bsky.social and @achitownj.bsky.social

03.02.2025 00:48 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Another reason I’m running for ALA president is to combat library misinformation. Take a listen #library

01.02.2025 23:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
202 - Advocacy is Essential w. Dr. Andrea Jamison
YouTube video by MobleyintheMix 202 - Advocacy is Essential w. Dr. Andrea Jamison

Here’s why I am running for president of the ALA…# 1 to advocate for pro library legislation and library protections. youtu.be/3WJkhenk4Yo?...

01.02.2025 22:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Check out my interview on Libraries on Lock so I discuss my vision for ALA president. The ALA will need to take a proactive approach in ensuring that we have mor pro library legislation and protections for librarians.

30.01.2025 12:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you!!

29.01.2025 04:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you so much!! We are living in a time where advocacy has to be in the form of action!

29.01.2025 04:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

What a fantastic opportunity to have a former #schoollibrarian leading our national organization!!!

27.01.2025 21:24 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Such an honor to be a part of the CSK Book Awards Jury. So many wonderful books to choose from. Congrats to our winners, especially our YOUTH.

27.01.2025 21:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Check out my interview with @slupodcast.bsky.social about my vision for ALA president. As an assistant Professor of school librarianship, we need greater support for #schoollibrarians & pro library legislation!! TY SLU

27.01.2025 20:56 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Testing out my new Zoom background. From Information to inspiration: Together, let's change the narrative. #librarians #schoollibrarians

22.01.2025 19:10 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for sharing!!!

21.01.2025 13:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Access 2global information on life threatening diseases is vital 2our own research, response time, & preparedness for potential epidemics. I recently spoke with the ALA’s international relations committee about strengthening resource sharing & access 2global info. #andreajforalapresident #libraries

21.01.2025 11:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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School librarians have been at the forefront of censorship backlash. I have been working to change that by advocating for pro-library legislation for ALL library workers. I have also been vocal against book bans & misinformation about the work of librarians. #andreajforALAPresident

21.01.2025 02:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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"Dr. King had unwavering belief in justice & equality. We must ensure that history does not repeat its darkest chapters. We must instead write a future where every person can thrive." As librarians, we owe it to our patrons to continuing balancing equity & access for ALL. #AndreaJforALAPresident

21.01.2025 02:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Hi, I am Andrea J and I am running for president of the ALA. Someone once told me that #libraries are neutral spaces.. #Libraries are NOT neutral spaces & never have been. Libraries represent democracy & DEMOCRACY is not neutral. #IntellectualFreedom #Hamanity

19.01.2025 17:10 β€” πŸ‘ 28    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I’m advocating for pro library legislation because libraries are pro democracy. I’m also advocating for more protections for school librarians who have had to bear the brunt of public backlash #libraries #librarians #schoollibrarians

19.01.2025 15:40 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for your work around protecting libraries.

28.12.2024 23:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Just read a bit about you in the latest Am Libraries. How exciting!

31.12.2024 00:34 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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If you will be attending Liblearnx, I'd love to discuss my vision for ALA Presidency. We need more support of school librarians.

19.01.2025 04:37 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Key parts of Arkansas law allowing criminal charges against librarians are unconstitutional, federal judge rules A federal judge struck down key parts of an Arkansas law that would have allowed criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing "harmful" materials to minors.

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30.12.2024 14:15 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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