TARGET: Harry Potter challenge

[Sylvia Adair <adair@EXECPC.COM>]

Dear Netters:  We have had a challenge in our school to having Harry
Potter books read aloud in the classroom.  The principal is very
supportive, and we are following the proper procedure.  This person's
objections seem to come from a religious source, probably an outgrowth
of the Onion thing.  I have been collecting material from the LM_NET
archives, but I need to know if you have anything to add.

  This woman claims that Harry Potter books have been banned in
several states.  I know this isn't true, but it's hard to prove a
negative.  She also says J. K. Rowling (whom her correspondent
identifies as Rollin) is a satanist (sounds like the Onion is the
source on this).  I have an unauthorized biography of Ms. Rowling to
try to refute that, but again I'm trying to prove a negative.

Any help you can give me will be appreciated.  I would be glad to post
a hit with the replies.  And thanks for all the great stuff in the
archives--I have several interesting articles to show her.
TIA, as always.  You're the best.
Sylvia L. Adair, K-8 Library Media Specialist
Lomira, Wisconsin
adair@execpc.com

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