Every day Quote by Dan Baum
““In New Orleans, no matter how much money you had in the bank, you looked on poverty every day.””
About This Quote
Source Book: "The New York Times Book of the Dead", 2005
Observing poverty daily in New Orleans reveals that wealth does not shield one from seeing hardship.
In simple terms: Wealth doesn't hide poverty.
Recognize and address inequality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- journalism
- urban planning
- social work
- community activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does daily exposure to poverty affect personal values?
- Can wealth be used to alleviate observed hardship?
Wealth can blind people to systemic issues.