Blind Quote by Richard Ney
“With those kinds of statistics, there are real concerns that cannot be explained away other than race. How long do we turn a blind eye to it?.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Civil Rights Forum, 2020
Statistical data on race highlights persistent inequities that are often ignored or minimized.
In simple terms: Race data shows ongoing problems.
Address racial issues directly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Policy making
- community activism
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies can reduce racial blind spots?
- How to present data responsibly?
Statistics can be misused to downplay issues; context needed.