Access Quote by David L. Cohen
“If you look at the families who live below the poverty line, only 47% of them have internet access at home. And of that low income population, they are disproportionately urban and people of color, which makes it a social justice issue.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Forum, 2023
Low‑income, urban, and minority families have significantly less internet access, highlighting a digital divide and social justice concern.
In simple terms: Internet access is unequal for poor, urban, minority groups.
Address the digital divide.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- urban poverty
- education
- health services
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could close the digital gap?
- How does internet access impact socioeconomic mobility?
Infrastructure costs and systemic barriers persist.