Big Quote by Eva Moskowitz
“Why doesn't anyone care that the schools in Harlem have been unsuccessful for half a century? Why is this not a big deal? To me, it's a terrible deal.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Education Policy, 2015
The speaker laments chronic underperformance of Harlem schools and questions societal indifference, urging recognition of the problem as serious.
In simple terms: Harlem schools have failed for decades and people ignore it.
Acknowledge and address systemic failure.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- community activism
- school leadership
- parental involvement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What concrete actions can improve these schools?
- Who bears responsibility for the neglect?
Change requires political will and funding, not just awareness.