What Is Black Lives Matter?
Lakita Wilson
About this book
When a Black teenager named Trayvon Martin was senselessly killed in 2012, the African American community called for his murderer to be held accountable. But like many other racially sparked incidents in the past, his killer walked free.
Censorship history
In 2025, "What Is Black Lives Matter?" by Lakita Wilson was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States due to its political content and discussions of race and colonialism. This decision followed a series of complaints from parents and community members, leading to school board votes in states like Texas and Florida, where similar titles addressing racial issues faced scrutiny. The bans were upheld despite pushback from advocacy groups such as the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), which argued for the importance of diverse perspectives in educational settings.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | PoliticalRacial |
