When I saw "The Joy of Gay Sex" on the Helena Public Library's "New" bookshelf, I wondered, "What are they presenting to the children of our community?" It was worse than I expected. This book is full of explicit drawings of male homosexual acts of every kind imaginable.

I submitted paperwork for removal. After review, four library professionals decided to keep this pornography on the shelves, approved by the library director. If I were to hand this same book to your child on the sidewalk outside the library, I would be arrested (as well I should be). These professionals, however, say: "It is our obligation to provide information to all segments of society. The library does not act in loco parentis and does not discriminate on the basis of age or sex."

That makes it our responsibility to present sane reasoning for the removal of this book (or any other like it) on behalf of those unwilling or unable. With the library absconding, the public must play the part of discriminatory, responsible parents. I will present on this matter at the public board meeting Monday, Aug. 25, at 5 p.m. at the Small Meeting Room at the library.