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Will libraries act? 1978 and 2018

  Back in 1978, California passed Proposition 13, which began the defunding of many public services, including libraries.  It was the beginning of what was branded right away as the Tax Revolt.  The journal of academic librarianship understood it right away.  An editorial by RMD in the July issue of that year referring to librarians said, “They must sell libraries to their communities.”  After what was a stirring […]

Librarians Harness the Potential of Blockchain Technology—Get Involved

  Blockchain technology. It’s more than a buzz word, and it’s time librarians explore how it can be used to enhance the role played by libraries within their communities. Get involved in the research while the implementation of the technology is still in the infancy stage. With a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the San José State University School of Information is […]