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Kim Zanti's avatar

Thank you for this issue of HMF, Oleg. The stories and stats you share validate that in the US, as burdened as it is by the cesspool of politics and its toxic off gasses, democracy shines bright by the light of the reading lamp, where we can rest our legs and exercise our imaginations at the same time. Bravo! If you post this elsewhere, please let me know. I'd like to share it on FB.

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Oleg Kagan's avatar

"...by the light of the reading lamp." I like that!

Thanks for reading! If you want to share it on FB, feel free.

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Robin Cangie (she/her)'s avatar

Wow, thank you for this, Oleg! I hope that libraries continue to be a thriving part of our democracy for generations to come.

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Oleg Kagan's avatar

Thanks, Robin! You and me both!

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da-AL's avatar

well that's certainly heartwarming! hope you feel better quick. & great that you're teaching learning skills - I had no concept of them until I was well into adulthood!

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Jenny Parrott (she/her)'s avatar

Love this positive forecast for libraries. Hearing all the myriad ways people use the library is heartwarming (rest your legs! practice ukulele! feel welcome whoever you are! learn a skill!). Thank you for sharing this very practical and beautifully personal shoutout to libraries.

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Oleg Kagan's avatar

You're very welcome! Glad to inspire positivity around libraries.

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