Attractive Quote by Van Jones
“Unfortunately, we have a 50% unemployment rate among our urban youth of color. It's not about making green jobs more attractive. It's about making them more available. And that requires Congress passing legislation that will give a real break to the people who want to introduce new technologies to the American marketplace.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional testimony on workforce policy, 2023
He stresses that high youth unemployment among people of color requires more job creation, not just incentives, and calls for legislative action to support new technologies.
In simple terms: Job creation, not just incentives, is needed for youth employment.
Key Takeaway
Push for policies that create jobs, not just make them attractive.
Themes
economic policy
employment equity
technology adoption
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
policy
advocacy
When to use this quote
- government hearings
- community job fairs
- tech incubators
Key Concepts
legislation
public‑private partnerships
education‑training programs
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could directly increase job availability?
- How can technology be leveraged to empower urban youth?
A Different Perspective
Legislation alone may not address systemic barriers.
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