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The Role of Public Libraries in Fostering Civic Literacy

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In the United States, public libraries are the most widely used public service, with over 76% of Americans saying they have used a library in the past year, and many see them as essential to democracy.

Why this is interesting

You don't need a library card to use the library. But why do so many life-changing resources, from free job advice to community meeting rooms, depend on a public building that has existed for over a century?