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“Intellectual Freedom is the right of every individual to both seek and receive information from all points of view without restriction. It provides for free access to all expressions of ideas through which any and all sides of a question, cause or movement may be explored. Intellectual freedom encompasses the freedom to hold, receive and disseminate ideas.” — Intellectual Freedom and Censorship Q & A 

Below are links to information on intellectual freedom statements and policies.  See also Statements and Policies.

Information on Intellectual Freedom Statements and Policies

Revisions to ALA Intellectual Freedom Policies


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