
On this episode of The Commonwealth Matters, Richard Nelson addresses the controversy surrounding sexually explicit LGBTQ books found in the Daviess County Public Library’s youth section. Nelson explains why protecting children from pornographic and graphic material is not an act of censorship, but a necessary stand for decency and community responsibility. He discusses how parents and concerned citizens can engage library officials and one another with both conviction and civility, even amid strong disagreement. The episode offers practical principles for navigating cultural conflicts—emphasizing that truth and grace can coexist when communities stand up for what’s right without losing respect for others.