Differences Quote by Matthew Desmond

When you look at the wealth gap - the racial wealth gap - all of that is very much connected to housing.

— Raphael Warnock

There is a reason so many Americans choose to develop their net worth through homeownership: It is a proven wealth builder and savings compeller.

— Matthew Desmond

Race is a huge factor when it comes to income and social inequality, and it plays a role in the structural barriers you are…

— Lauren Greenfield

Race prejudice decreases values, both real estate and human.

— W. E. B. Du Bois

In fact, there are more homeowners today than ever before in the history of our Nation and more minority homeowners than ever before in…

— Todd Tiahrt

In general, more affordable housing correlates with lower income inequality.

— Annie Lowrey

One of the most interesting social trends of the past 20 years is the rise of residential segregation. So rich are living with rich…

— J. D. Vance

When black men become millionaires and can buy expensive homes for their families, it infuriates people who cherish the social construct where white people…

— Eniola Aluko

When people are able to live at home, they have more disposable income. That part is good for the economy.

— John Layfield

“Hispanic and African American neighborhoods had been targeted by the subprime lending industry: renters were lured into buying bad mortgages, and homeowners were encouraged…

— Matthew Desmond

You can't make a direct comparison between middle-class African Americans and middle-class white Americans, affluent African Americans and affluent white Americans. The amount of…

— Ta-Nehisi Coates

High levels of homeownership have been shown to foster greater involvement in school and civic organizations, higher graduation rates, and greater neighborhood stability.

— Ben Bernanke