Trump’s attack on libraries was predictable. Its consequences could be devastating | Leo S Lo

The president wants to eliminate the agency backing libraries and museums. But the institutions do far more than lend books

When President Trump recently proposed eliminating the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), librarians and educators voiced outrage, confusion and fear. Soon afterward, the appointment of Keith E Sonderling as acting director of IMLS highlighted the administration's intention to reshape the agency's priorities toward promoting American exceptionalism" and cultivating patriotism".

As someone deeply involved in the library world, I wasn't surprised by Trump's move.