Michael Blackwell writes: “The sickening and tragic violence being perpetrated by the Iranian government on its citizens reminds me of an oversight on the part of the ALA. The same government whose leader issued the Fatwa against Mr. Rushdie continues its oppression, but now women are courageously fighting back for their personal freedom. I speak for many when saying it is long past time for librarians and library associations to show our support for Mr. Rushdie.”