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Communities Quotes

Places that shape who we are.

Community here means something concrete, not abstract; a real concern about a reading crisis, a stated priority for keeping Oregon residents safe, and pride in representing named towns and neighborhoods.

There is a crisis involving reading in certain communities.

Quotes by Walter Dean Myers

I've always loved Harlem and its communities.

Quotes by Ron Cephas Jones

Even though no one admits it, writers are leaders in their communities.

Quotes by Pramoedya Ananta Toer

My highest priority is the safety of all Oregonians and their communities.

Quotes by Kate Brown

Able Quotes

I'm proud to be able to represent Bellevue and the Offutt and StratCom communities.

Quotes by Jeff Fortenberry

The war on drugs is a war against the communities.

Quotes by Holly Near

Communities do not benefit from criminals in their midst.

Quotes by Heather Mac Donald

It's a falsehood to state that francophone communities are thriving.

Quotes by Gilles Duceppe

Frequently Asked Questions

What 'crisis' is mentioned in relation to communities?
One quote points to a reading crisis affecting certain communities, framing literacy as a serious, localized problem rather than treating it as an abstract national statistic.
Why does one quote mention Oregonians specifically?
It reflects a public figure naming safety for Oregon residents and their communities as a top priority, grounding the quote in a specific regional responsibility rather than generic language.
What does representing 'Bellevue and the Offutt and StratCom communities' mean?
It refers to speaking on behalf of a particular town alongside military-connected communities, showing pride in representing distinct, named groups rather than a vague constituency.
Why is Harlem mentioned in these community quotes?
One quote expresses lasting love for Harlem and its people, using a specific neighborhood to show how community affection can be deeply personal and long-standing.
Do these quotes focus on any single type of community?
No, they range from civic and political communities to neighborhoods and cultural hubs, showing the word covers everything from a city block to a statewide population.

One quote's lasting affection for Harlem shows how deeply a place can shape identity, a feeling worth reading alongside Always quotes about loyalty and Benefit quotes about giving back.