The woman who was fired for reporting a patron viewing child pornography in a public library should not only have her job reinstated but get a raise. I believe that people are free to do what they want and look at what they want in a public library. I believe in the freedom of information. But if a patron is clearly violating the law, then the police should be notified. I do not believe that the library worker did anything wrong except disagree with her supervisor and while that can be grounds for dismissal, I think it is more important to pay attention to the larger issue here.
Boston mayor vies for control of Boston Public Library’s trust funds
A look at constitutional and unconstitutional patron appearance and behavior policies
