Publication of six Dr. Seuss books will halt, including “And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street” and “If I Ran the Zoo”. This decision is due to racist and insensitive imagery, said the business protecting the author’s legacy.
“These books portray people in ways which are hurtful and wrong,” Dr. Seuss Enterprises told The Associated Press in a statement coinciding with Dr. Seuss’s birthday.
“Ceasing sales of these books is only part of our commitment and our broader plan. We will strive to ensure Dr. Seuss Enterprises’ catalog represents and supports all communities and families,” it added.
Other books include: “McElligot’s Pool,” “On Beyond Zebra!,” “Scrambled Eggs Super!,” and “The Cat’s Quizzer.”
Dr. Seuss books promote hatred against Blacks and Asians
Last year, the legacy company made the decision to stop publication of these books. “Dr. Seuss Enterprises listened and took feedback from our audiences including teachers, academics, and specialists in the field as part of our review process. We worked with a panel of experts, including educators, to review our catalog of titles.”
