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Public Libraries are a sign of a healthy society

Public libraries play such an essential role in ensuring our public has free and accessible resources for learning and development. I am a huge fan of the California public library system. I have used them throughout my entire life to study and research. It’s also a way to ensure people and children who aren’t born into wealth have fair access to learning materials. More funds for our public infrastructure, less funds for billionaires and corporations!!!

The Library

Coming to the Rancho santa Fe Library is always a treat. It is so reminiscent of the time when I was a child and forward to going to the library both at my school as well as to the community library. I always fell at home in a library and even as an adult visiting our small library here in our community it truly is a nostalgic experience. The warm welcome of the staff’ familiar faces and the sense of community create such a tangible experience especially when the world around us is moving too fast. I want to commend…

A Community Space

I moved to San Diego in 2022 because of the military and didn't really know anyone as I was raised on the East Coast. I was glad to find a calm place to go and kind of get a sense of community. My local library provided that much needed space. I am able to use the computers or bring my own and still get work done while not being alone. There librarians are always super nice and friendly. I enjoy the showcases they sometimes display- like for The Holocust Remembrance- which tell the lives of local residents. I also appreciate…