PEN America: Kansas Prison Book Ban Repeats State’s Prior Mistakes
“Kansas’ decision to eliminate their banned books list seemed like something to celebrate. But this new list of banned books suggests a Pyrrhic victory." More
Pay-Per-Minute E-Readers in West Virginia Prisons Jeopardize Access to Literature
“If you want to demonstrate how misguided prison policies towards access to literature have become, this serves as a perfect example." More
PEN America Urges Syracuse University to Heed Students’ Concerns
“When hate is unleashed on campus, it is vital that university administrators respond swiftly and seriously, to ensure that all community members understand where the institution stands." More
New PEN America Report Shows Local Watchdog Journalism Faces a Crisis Moment
“The crisis facing local news is existential. The collapse of media outlets and the slashing of newsrooms are starving communities of the stories and the scrutiny that are vital… More
University Requiring Journalists to Disclose Information About Sexual Misconduct Is Misguided
A policy requiring University of Illinois-affiliated journalists to disclose information about confidential reports of sexual violence or harassment is misguided and harmful. More
PEN America Welcomes Ruling on Warrantless Border Searches
“This ruling represents a momentous defense of the basic constitutional right to express oneself without being subject to government surveillance or retaliation." More
PEN America Welcomes Ruling to Revise Book Restriction Policies in Arizona Prisons
"The ruling out of Arizona is a significant step forward for the First Amendment and for our fight for access to literature in sites of incarceration." More
Reports: Group of Artists Traveling to U.S. to Attend Their Own Exhibition Face Visa Delays
“The travel ban remains a troubling cornerstone of the current administration, with news like this highlighting ways the government limits cultural and intellectual exchange at the expense of democracy." More
Trump DOJ Letter to Publisher “Represents a New Low”
"While we've gotten used to seeing President Trump's private attorneys send letters aimed to intimidate authors and book publishers, for the Justice Department to stoop to such tactics represents… More
Ava DuVernay, Diane Warren, Theodore J. Boutrous, Jr., Julie Brown Honored at PEN America 2019 LitFest Gala
Last night, PEN America hosted their 2019 LitFest Gala in Los Angeles, a celebration of free expression and the literary arts that honored some of the brightest names in… More