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In a recent campaign video, Valentina Gomez, a Republican candidate for Missouri Secretary of State, has sparked controversy by burning LGBTQ-inclusive books. She has pledged to continue such actions if elected. What Happened: Gomez used a flamethrower to burn the books, posting the video on various social media platforms on Tuesday. She stated, This is what I will do to the grooming books when I become secretary of state, reported The Hill The video showed her setting multiple books on fire, including Queer: The Ultimate LGBTQ Guide for Teens and Naked: Not Your Average Sex Encyclopedia