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Randolph County Keeps Controversial Book Despite Opposition

10/11/2025

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Randolph County Board of Trustees voted to keep the children's book Call Me Max available in the public library, following a meeting where residents urged retention.
Many speakers urged retention, saying the book reflects the identities of local children.
Some attendees suggested relocating the book or adding a Parental Guidance sticker.
Nationally, the book has faced controversy, with some districts removing it from curricula.

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Story summary

Randolph County Board of Trustees voted to keep the children's book Call Me Max available in the public library, following a meeting where residents urged retention.
Many speakers urged retention, saying the book reflects the identities of local children.
Some attendees suggested relocating the book or adding a Parental Guidance sticker.
Nationally, the book has faced controversy, with some districts removing it from curricula.