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Competition Quote by Letitia James

“If accessing the Internet becomes more difficult for low-income communities, academic and employment competition may be undermined, and could damage the prospects of upward mobility for low-income New Yorkers and further exacerbate income inequality.” quote by Letitia James
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“If accessing the Internet becomes more difficult for low-income communities, academic and employment competition may be undermined, and could damage the prospects of upward mobility for low-income New Yorkers and further exacerbate income inequality.”

Letitia James

About This Quote

Source Speech: New York State Policy Address, 2023

Limited internet access hampers low‑income residents’ ability to compete academically and professionally, widening inequality.

In simple terms: Poor internet hurts education and job chances.

Key Takeaway

Improve digital equity for all.

Themes

inequality technology policy education employment

Mood

concerned determined

Type

policy advocacy

When to use this quote

  • schoolwork
  • job search
  • remote learning
  • community services

Key Concepts

digital divide social mobility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can close the digital gap?
  • How can communities support broadband access?
A Different Perspective

Infrastructure costs and political resistance can stall progress.

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