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Monroeville Library Removes Pride Books Amid Grooming Accusations

6/30/2026

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On June 26, Monroeville Public Library removed its Pride Month children’s book display after manager Alex Graziani ordered it.
Graziani said the removal was needed to prepare a “Patriotic America 250” exhibit for the July 4 holiday.
Councilmen Bill Krut and Bob Williams called the books “child sexual grooming” and demanded their removal.
Mayor Dennis Biondo Jr. opposed the removal and urged residents to attend the July 7 council meeting at 7 p.m.

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On June 26, Monroeville Public Library removed its Pride Month children’s book display after manager Alex Graziani ordered it.
Graziani said the removal was needed to prepare a “Patriotic America 250” exhibit for the July 4 holiday.
Councilmen Bill Krut and Bob Williams called the books “child sexual grooming” and demanded their removal.
Mayor Dennis Biondo Jr. opposed the removal and urged residents to attend the July 7 council meeting at 7 p.m.