Democracy Quote by Diane Ravitch
“An attack on public education is an attack on democracy.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Death and Life of the Great American School System, Diane Ravitch, 2018
Undermining public schools weakens democratic participation and civic health.
In simple terms: Attacking schools harms democracy.
Key Takeaway
Protect public education to sustain democracy.
Themes
education
democracy
citizenship
policy
equity
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
political
social
When to use this quote
- school board meetings
- parent-teacher conferences
- community advocacy
- legislative hearings
Key Concepts
public schooling
civic engagement
social capital
Questions to Reflect On
- How does education shape democratic values?
- What policies best protect public schools?
A Different Perspective
Challenges include political polarization and funding constraints.
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