Available Quote by Jonathan Kozol
“Children are not simply commodities to be herded into line and trained for the jobs that white people who live in segregated neighborhoods have available.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Savage Inequalities by Jonathan Kozol, 1991
The quote condemns treating children as replaceable assets, forced into limited career paths dictated by racial segregation.
In simple terms: Children shouldn't be treated as objects for narrow jobs.
Key Takeaway
Advocate equitable education for all.
Themes
education
inequality
racism
social justice
child development
Mood
concerned
determined
hopeful
Type
social critique
call to action
When to use this quote
- school reform
- community advocacy
- policy change
- parental involvement
Key Concepts
systemic oppression
segregation
economic disparity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools redesign curricula to empower all children?
- What policies can dismantle segregated job pipelines?
A Different Perspective
It overlooks individual agency and diverse aspirations beyond imposed roles.
