Why was the book The Color Purple by Alice Walker banned in the US?

Answer 1

People tried to ban it, but it wasn't banned in the US. People who wanted to stop the making of the movie, because they said it portrayed Black men in a bad way. There are sleazy and unkind people of all kinds just as there are good and kind people of all kinds. The First Amendment allows authors and filmmakers the freedom to print or promote whatever is their viewpoint.
My personal opinion: I have a problem with teachers assigning students to read this book. The movie was rated 'R' or restricted, for a reason. By US standards, 'R' means it's not intended for viewers under 17.
Parents, don't try to ban things, just don't watch it, and keep your kids away from it. But, we should raise our own children, not the schools.
If persons (hate groups, books, movies, websites, etc) want to promote hatred, terrorism, sexual abuse or murder, they should be punished.
Learn what your kids do in their spare time. If you don't teach them, "the streets" will!
I didn't read the book or see the movie, but I have read about it.
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it is banned because its a bad bad book

Answer 2

"The Color Purple" has been banned due to its explicit language, references to violence, sexuality, and racism. Some critics argue that these themes are inappropriate for certain audiences, such as students in schools, while others believe the book is a powerful and important work that addresses important social issues.