Bird Quote by John Lahr
“The pigeons are shitting on George M. Cohan. I shoo them off. They fly up and perch on his hat. Cohan would've never given his regards to Broadway if he saw how dirty they kept his statue in Duffy Square. New Yorkers walk right by. Nobody cares.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Broadway History, Interview with John Lahr, 1990
The quote highlights how public neglect and indifference allow disrespect toward cultural icons, symbolized by pigeons defiling a famous statue.
In simple terms: People ignore disrespect to monuments.
Key Takeaway
Respect public art and address neglect.
Themes
neglect
indifference
public space
cultural memory
urban decay
Mood
contemplative
critical
reflective
Type
observational
social commentary.
When to use this quote
- city tourism
- public art maintenance
- community engagement
- urban wildlife management
Key Concepts
urban sociology
public stewardship
symbolic disrespect
Questions to Reflect On
- How does everyday indifference affect cultural heritage?
- What actions can citizens take to protect public monuments?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring the problem can erode cultural pride and diminish historic sites.
