I grew up in Texas, and disagreements about the harm certain content (exactly which varies) can do to society, in or out of classrooms, could become heated in a hurry.
I believe it's appropriate to err on the side of openness, and keep context in mind. That hasn't always been popular.
I grew up in Texas too. I can remember loud parents crying about censorship for certain books. They were always just one or two at a time and everybody thought they were extreme wackos, but the school district has to avoid controversy before lawyers get involved and really screw it up.
I believe it's appropriate to err on the side of openness, and keep context in mind. That hasn't always been popular.