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Panel on Free Speech at the Library of Congress This Tuesday (June 2), 5:30 to 7:30 pm (Moderated by David Lat)

Mary Anne Franks (GW), Emerson Sykes (ACLU), and I will be discussing a wide range of free speech matters.

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How a 15-year-old boy gave millions of blind people the ability to read

Louis Braille, a teenager, created a revolutionary dot-based reading system. This system, based on a six-dot cell, allows blind individuals to read and write through touch. Its simplicity and effectiveness made it a global success. Even today, Braille remains a vital tool for education and daily life, aiding millions worldwide…

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In 1903, the Wright brothers studied bird wings and bicycle mechanics, and helped launch modern aviation

The Wright brothers achieved the first powered flight in 1903. Their success stemmed from a unique focus on aircraft stability and control. Inspired by bird flight and their bicycle business experience, they meticulously tested designs. This careful, step-by-step engineering approach revolutionized transportation history. Their invention marked the dawn of aviation.

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Original 'Doom' Soundtrack Inducted Into the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress

The original Doom soundtrack released in 1993 has been inducted into the 2026 National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress.

Player One

The original Doom soundtrack joins 'our national playlist' in the US Library of Congress

Bobby Prince's groundbreaking soundtrack is one of 25 recordings inducted into the famed Library of Congress today.

PC Gamer

Librarian should be chosen by Congress, House panel agrees

One year after President Donald Trump fired the librarian of Congress, support is growing for a bill that would prevent it from happening again. The heads of both the Library of Congress and the Government Publishing Office should be appointed not by the president but by a congressional commission, lawmakers…

Roll Call

Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Chaka Khan and Vince Gill recordings enter national registry

Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Chaka Khan, and The Go-Go’s are joining America’s audio canon

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Former Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden cheered as she wins Authors Guild honor

Former Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden received the Champion of Writers Award from the Authors Guild

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Library of Congress appoints Arthur Sze to a second 1-year term as US poet laureate

U.S. poet laureate Arthur Sze has been appointed to a second one-year term by the Library of Congress

The Independent UK

Full list: The 25 classic movies being added to National Film Registry this year

As if they’d leave Clueless off the list

The Independent UK

Copyright Office head asks Supreme Court to keep her in role - Roll Call

Filing is the latest battle in war over whether the head of copyright office can remain in office despite Trump firing her.

Roll Call

GAO, Library of Congress avoid cuts in Legislative Branch bill - Roll Call

Senate appropriators Sunday unveiled a $7.3 billion fiscal 2026 Legislative Branch appropriations bill, part of a deal to end the shutdown.

Roll Call

Capitol Historical Society names Library of Congress alum Roswell Encina new CEO - Roll Call

Roswell Encina, former communications officer for the Library of Congress, will be president and CEO of the U.S. Capitol Historical Society.

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Supreme Court asked to allow removal of Copyright Office head - Roll Call

The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Monday to allow the removal of Shira Perlmutter as Copyright Office head.

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8 Comic Book Sleeves Just as Good as Mylar

Mylar comic book sleeves are the gold standard for protecting comic books. The Library of Congress uses Mylar film and sleeves to protect historical documents. Mylar, a transparent form of polyester, is considered an “archival quality” product. If you use Mylar correctly to protect your comics, then they should last…

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Arthur Sze is appointed US poet laureate as the Library of Congress faces challenges

The Library of Congress has named Arthur Sze as the new U.S. poet laureate

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Appeals court halts firing of Copyright Office head Shira Perlmutter - Roll Call

A federal appeals court ordered Shira Perlmutter reinstated Wednesday as the register of copyrights at the Library of Congress.

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How StoryCorps Works and How You Can Tell Your Story

StoryCorps has recorded conversations between thousands of people, and anyone can participate. National facilitator Alan Jinich explains how to share your story.

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7 Pricey and Durable Mylar Sleeves for Your Comics

Durable Mylar sleeves are made from acid-free polyester. Mylar is usually 2 mil to 4 mil thick as well. So, this makes it thicker than most other comparable comic book protection products. Mylar is probably the best standard for protecting your comic book products. If you use Mylar sleeves and…

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A Trump ally pushed to jail people without explanation — and suddenly, the Constitution’s ban on it disappears from a government site

This level of vigilance is commendable.

The Independent UK

Significant parts of the Constitution were quietly removed from the Congress website

The Library of Congress said the missing sections were a 'coding error'

The Guardian - US

‘A privilege and a great pleasure’: inside the 5,000-item Stephen Sondheim collection

A treasure trove of manuscripts, notebooks and recordings from the theatre legend has been acquired by the Library of Congress in Washington DC

Roll Call

Appropriators advance Legislative Branch bill without GAO cuts - Roll Call

Senate appropriators approved a fiscal 2026 Legislative Branch bill that would boost spending for Congress while avoiding cuts to the GAO.

The Independent UK

What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions

Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous

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House appropriators approve Legislative Branch bill with GAO cuts - Roll Call

The House Appropriations Committee advanced a draft spending bill that would slash the budget for the Government Accountability Office.

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