Data Quote by Matthew Desmond
“National data on evictions aren't collected, although national data on foreclosures are. And so if anyone wants to, kind of, get to know any statistical research about evictions, they have to really dig in the annals of legal records.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “Evicted” (2016) discussion
Eviction data is scarce compared to foreclosures, making research difficult.
In simple terms: Eviction statistics are hard to find.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for better eviction data collection.
Themes
housing
policy
research gaps
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
informative
advocacy
When to use this quote
- Housing advocacy
- policy analysis
- academic research
Key Concepts
data collection
social justice
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve eviction tracking?
- What policies could address eviction crises?
A Different Perspective
Data gaps hinder solutions.
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