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The 2016 State of America's Libraries report

Library of historic photo booksAccording to the introduction of this year’s report….”Libraries today are less about what they have for people and more about what they do for and with people. Library professionals promote opportunities for individuals and progress for communities. Libraries of all kinds add value in five key areas (the E’s of Libraries): education, employment, entrepreneurship, empowerment, and engagement. They are advancing the legacy of reading and developing a digitally inclusive society.” Below are a few links to help you quickly get at the parts of this report that have meaning for you.

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