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Here’s a thoughtful selection of Carla Hayden’s most inspiring words. As Librarian of Congress and a staunch advocate for access to knowledge, her quotes embody both wisdom and the transformative power of literacy:
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### Carla Hayden’s Words of Wisdom
**1. “Everyone has the opportunity to be empowered by literacy.”**
A reminder that reading isn’t just education—it’s liberation itself. ([REEL LIBRARIANS][1])
**2. “Librarians were called during that time \[during the Patriot Act] feisty fighters for freedom, and we were very proud of that label.”**
A proud affirmation of librarians as defenders of privacy and intellectual freedom. ([REEL LIBRARIANS][1])
**3. “Public service has been such a motivating factor for me… When I received the call from the White House about this opportunity, and was asked, ‘Will you serve?’ Without hesitation I said ‘yes.’”**
A testament to her commitment to serving the public and the importance of answering the call to lead. ([REEL LIBRARIANS][1])
**4. “As the first woman, and the first African-American, in this post, I am truly grateful and humbled… everyone has the opportunity to be empowered by literacy.”**
Reflects her historic role and underscores how literacy opens doors for all generations. ([REEL LIBRARIANS][1])
**5. “Libraries are a cornerstone of democracy—where information is free and equally available to everyone. People tend to take that for granted, and they don’t realize what is at stake when that is put at risk.”**
A powerful reminder of how central libraries are to a fair and informed society. ([Goodreads][2])
**6. “There are ways to make room for more books and still have room to live.”**
A beautifully simple insight about creating space for what matters—literally and figuratively. ([Goodreads][2], [QuoteFancy][3])
**7. “I’m someone who has books all over the house. I appreciate Marie Kondo, her philosophy about holding on to only the things that spark joy, but every single one of these books sparks joy. I feel good just looking at them.”**
A heartfelt tribute to the personal joy and comfort that books bring. ([MyQuotes][4], [Goodreads][2])
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Carla Hayden’s words resonate with the importance of libraries—not just as buildings, but as vital, living spaces that uplift communities and uphold free access to knowledge. Which of these resonates most with you, or would you like more on a specific theme?
[1]: https://reel-librarians.com/2018/07/04/the-quotable-librarian-of-congress/?utm_source=chatgpt.com ”The Quotable Librarian of Congress – REEL LIBRARIANS”
[2]: https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/16541323.Carla_Hayden?utm_source=chatgpt.com ”Carla Hayden Quotes (Author of The American Story) – Goodreads”
[3]: https://quotefancy.com/carla-hayden-quotes?utm_source=chatgpt.com ”Top 2 Carla Hayden Quotes (2025 Update) – Quotefancy”
[4]: https://myquotes.co/authors/41338/?utm_source=chatgpt.com ”Carla Hayden quotes | MyQuotes”