Defending the Public Sphere: Local Librarianship In the Face of Democratic Crisis

• In Event: The Design of Local Democracy: Electoral Systems and Competition

Brief Overview

This text explores the role of local librarianship within the Public Sphere. It examines how librarians support democracy, combat misinformation, and navigate political challenges, especially in moments of democratic crisis.

Authors

• Tristan Schmidt, The Ohio State University

• Ann Allen, The Ohio State University, Main Campus