Opportunity and Access: The Power of Today’s Public Libraries
“169 million (69%) Americans 14 years of age or older visited a public library in the last year.
Moreover, one out of three Americans 14 years or older visit once a week or more often. Library visits are highest among: the working poor; people of mixed race; 14-18, 35-44, and 65-74 year olds; women; and people with educational attainment beyond high school.”
Read more: June 24 Huff Post Article
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