... all over the United States know about Judy Blume because they can relate to her books and their simple themes. However, some people who feel they can speak for everyone are deciding that Blume's books are inappropriate for children to read. Holbrook Jackson notes, "Fear of corrupting the mind of the younger generation is the loftiest form of cowardice" (Quotes about Censorship). Jackson's ... point can be well taken that censoring books shelters children and takes away their ability to handle real- ... life situations as an adult. Exposing children to books like those of Blume ... ...

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