Judy Dow: Another perspective on Dorothy Canfield Fisher

Editor’s note: This commentary is by Judy Dow, who is an educator from Essex and on the boards of directors of Gedakina and Oyate. 
I agree with the Vermont State Library Board that the children’s book award named for Dorothy Canfield Fisher needs to be renamed. I can’t help but wonder if State Librarian Scott Murphy is dragging his feet on making a decision about changing the name for political reasons.
On April 7, 2017, I shared my research and concerns with the Vermont