Editor, Gazette-Journal:

I was sad to read in the Gazette-Journal that the gay pride display that was placed in the library last month was taken down early due to complaints from a few individuals. Do those of us who saw and enjoyed the display, but failed to voice our approval, not have a say? All the items displayed are usually located on the library shelves—available for checkout to anyone with a card. It would be a shame if the next step is removal of these items from the shelves.

The purpose of the public library is to provide information to the community. A display of books, CDs and DVDs—whether they are about hunting, the Civil War, Christmas or gay pride—doesn’t necessarily condone the subject, but inform. If the subject doesn’t interest you, there is no reason to stop and look at the display. If your child notices and asks a question about the display, it provides an opportunity for parents to explain and provide their viewpoint on a subject...