Community Quote by Sandra Cisneros
“I think that we need to measure how we give dollars to libraries by need. And the communities that are poor, in my opinion, should get more because you have to do more outreach.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Library Funding Forum, 2019
Allocate more resources to under‑served libraries; they need outreach to serve poor communities.
In simple terms: Give more money to libraries in need.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize funding for libraries serving low‑income areas.
Themes
equity
education
community
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
policy
advocacy
When to use this quote
- grant writing
- community outreach
- library programming
Key Concepts
social justice
public policy
accessibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we measure library impact?
- What partnerships can increase outreach?
A Different Perspective
Budget constraints may limit redistribution.
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