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Reports on the recent midwinter meeting of the American Library Association in Washington, D.C., where there were 5,091 registrants and 2,702 exhibitors. Changes on the executive board; Resignation of Executive Director Thomas Galvin; Criticism of Council reports which lack executive summaries; Action taken by the Council, including the ALA opposition to mandatory screening of library employees for AIDS; Topics discussed in the joint session of three youth services divisions;Areas of special interest to youth topics. INSETS: If elected, I will…: ALA Candidates Speak;President's Program.

Highlights midwinter meeting of the American Library Association in Washington, D.C. Attendance record; President's Program of E.J. Josey; Lineup of speakers; Reports on major concerns; Business sessions; Board actions. INSET: Freedom to Read Foundation..

Reports on issues raised during the midwinter meeting of the American Library Association (ALA) in Washington, D.C., in January 7-12, 1984. ALA-accredited degrees; Trade discounts; Dues proposal; Bill on public lending right; Interim report of ALA in response to 'A Nation at Risk.' INSET: PRESIDENT'S PROGRAM..