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Maryland Board Reverses Harford County's Flamer Book Ban

11/6/2025

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The Maryland State Board of Education overturned Harford County's ban on the illustrated novel Flamer from school libraries.
The board directed Harford County to increase transparency and community involvement in future evaluations.
Together We Will Harford County welcomed the decision, citing the book's positive message for LGBTQ youth.
Moms for Liberty expressed disappointment, arguing the book is inappropriate for school libraries.

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Story summary

The Maryland State Board of Education overturned Harford County's ban on the illustrated novel Flamer from school libraries.
The board directed Harford County to increase transparency and community involvement in future evaluations.
Together We Will Harford County welcomed the decision, citing the book's positive message for LGBTQ youth.
Moms for Liberty expressed disappointment, arguing the book is inappropriate for school libraries.