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Dolly Parton Now Labeled “Racist” Because of Free Book Program

In recent discourse, an academic critique has labeled Dolly Parton's charitable efforts through her Imagination Library as an example of "white saviorism." This initiative, which distributes free books to children under the age of five, has been scrutinized for allegedly promoting traditional family structures and the notion that employment is beneficial. Critics argue that such themes are outdated and problematic.

Dolly Parton established the Imagination Library in 1995, motivated by her father's inability to read and write. Originally aimed at benefiting children in her home county in Tennessee, the program has since expanded significantly. By 2003, it had distributed its millionth book in the United States, and by 2006, it had extended to Canada, followed by the UK in 2007.

While some criticize this initiative, it continues to be a beacon of positive influence, promoting educational growth and early literacy across several nations. As debates about its thematic content continue, the core mission of the Imagination Library—to instill a love of reading among society's youngest members—remains undeniably impactful.

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