Carla Hayden Appointed 14th Librarian of Congress
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Hayden remarked on the historic moment and its implications for literacy and equality:
As a descendant of people who were denied the right to read, to now have the opportunity to serve and lead the institution that is our national symbol of knowledge, is a historic moment. (Publishers Weekly)