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Former Library Director Wins $700K Settlement Over Firing

10/9/2025

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Terri Lesley, former Campbell County Library director in Wyoming, will receive $700,000 to settle a firing lawsuit over LGBTQ+-themed books.
She was dismissed in 2023 amid controversy over books deemed inappropriate for youth.
The county says termination due to performance; Lesley alleges First Amendment violation.
The EEOC allowed action against county officials, and a separate suit against book challengers continues.

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Story summary

Terri Lesley, former Campbell County Library director in Wyoming, will receive $700,000 to settle a firing lawsuit over LGBTQ+-themed books.
She was dismissed in 2023 amid controversy over books deemed inappropriate for youth.
The county says termination due to performance; Lesley alleges First Amendment violation.
The EEOC allowed action against county officials, and a separate suit against book challengers continues.