America’s New Highest Ranking Nerd Is A Black Woman, And She’s Here To Save The Libraries

On Wednesday the Senate confirmed Dr. Carla Hayden as the new Librarian of Congress, meaning that for the first time in the Library of Congress’ 200 year history, the librarian at the helm — or the reference desk, if you will — isn’t white, and isn’t a man.

Media outlets and book lovers are jubilant over Hayden’s confirmation. Not only does her appointment break color and gender barriers, but it also means that for the first time in over 40 years, the position will be held by an actual librarian, rather…READ MORE