When Alex Haley’s “Roots” debuted in 1976, the novel detailing the horrific truth of slavery’s past validated the experiences of Black America while also holding white people accountable. Now, a ...

Alex Haley's "Roots" was banned from KCS libraries two weeks ago after the district's review found it violated the Age ...

After Knox County Schools banned the globally renowned book "Roots" by Alex Haley, the late author's family is speaking out.

Jon Rysewyk said he doesn't negate the novel's significance, but ultimately ambiguity in state law allowed him to 'err on the ...

"Our intent will always be to err on the side of access, which is the decision I have made with regard to 'Roots.'" ...

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Alex Haley’s Pulitzer Prize-winning historical novel “Roots” is returning to libraries in Knox County Schools after the ...

UPDATE: Knox County Schools Superintendent Dr. Jon Rysewyk announced Tuesday that the book will return to KCS school libraries immediately. KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — Alex Haley’s book “Roots” is ...

Knox County Schools in Tennessee is removing Alex Haley's 1976 novel "Roots" from its libraries. The removal is part of a larger ban that now includes 119 titles across the school district. Author ...

With third-highest number of books banned, state removes renowned work about slave trade from library shelves A Tennessee school district has banned Roots, the author Alex Haley’s groundbreaking novel ...

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The International Rescue Committee’s New Roots program helps refugees become food secure and contribute to their new homes and communities. Since 2008, New Roots has helped new Americans to navigate ...