How we cite our quotes: (Sentence)
Quote #1
And today, whenever I find myself feeling doubtful or cynical about this possibility, what gives me the most hope is the next generation—the young people whose attitudes and beliefs and openness to change have already made history in this election. (157)
For some insider information on a story about the next generation, take a look at Ashley's story in "Section 10: Lines 157-184."
Quote #2
It is not enough to give health care to the sick, or jobs to the jobless, or education to our children. (181)
Education is huge, we know this. Our parents have been telling us all about it since we were dancing around in light-up sneakers. But in his speech, Obama warns us against falling into a trap of our own creation, as if sharing educational funds and creating jobs will make everything all better.
It's a step in the right direction, for sure, but the lingering ideas about race and justice that have been part of our social consciousness for hundreds of years won't go away so easily. That's why education is so important. We need it to be equal and accessible for everyone, of course, but we also need it to eradicate those ideas and start creating a space to have real and meaningful conversations about racism and race relations.