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I have been a member of ALA for more years than I care to count. As our national professional organization that actually accredits the university degrees programs why would we not require the MLS for the head of our organization. If we do not set the example it will only lead to more "professional" ...

The ALA Executive Director should always have the MLS. Departing from this requirement doesn't help us in the fight that the MLS is necessary for the rest of us. Non-MLS holders do not have the background in library matters necessary to advocate for us. We found this out in Florida. Be an example ...