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Here are some of the books Dan Patrick wants removed from schools – or else
Summary by The Dallas Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Hannah Everett , as published by Dallas Observer
· August 31, 2026
· 1 min read
Texas leaders are targeting school library books as another legislative session approaches. This is not the first time they have taken aim at these books. Dan Patrick is among those pushing for…
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Key takeaway Dan Patrick is among those pushing for removal of certain books from schools, with consequences implied for non-compliance.
Texas leaders are targeting school library books as another legislative session approaches. This is not the first time they have taken aim at these books. Dan Patrick is among those pushing for removal of certain books from schools, with consequences implied for non-compliance.
Further details about the specific books in question and the potential consequences are available from the source, providing more insight into the issue and the actions being considered by Texas leaders.
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Published: August 31, 2026 ·
Source: Dallas Observer ·
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