Bar Quote by Matthew Desmond
“Eviction comes with a record, too, and just as a criminal record can bar you from receiving certain benefits or getting a foothold in the labor market, the record of eviction comes with consequences as well. It can bar you from getting good housing in a good neighborhood.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Evicted by Matthew Desmond, 2016
Eviction creates a lasting record that blocks access to housing and other opportunities, similar to a criminal record.
In simple terms: Eviction harms future prospects like a criminal record.
Key Takeaway
Address eviction records to improve housing equity.
Themes
housing
justice
inequality
policy
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
analytical
advocacy
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- legal aid
- tenant counseling
- community outreach
Key Concepts
structural racism
systemic barriers
housing markets
Questions to Reflect On
- How does eviction stigma affect long‑term stability?
- What policies can reduce eviction‑related barriers?
A Different Perspective
Legal protections vary by jurisdiction and may be limited.
