Fired Wyoming Librarian Wins $700K in LGBTQ Book Dispute
Terri Lesley, former Campbell County Public Library director, will receive $700,000 in a lawsuit settlement after being fired for refusing to remove LGBTQ-themed books from shelves.
Lesley was dismissed following a 4–1 board of trustees vote citing performance issues, after two years of conservative pressure over LGBTQ content in the library’s teen section.
- Critics argued certain books were inappropriate for minors due to sex education or LGBTQ characters and themes.
Lesley sued the county for violating her First Amendment rights.
Author's summary: Librarian wins $700K settlement.