The Week in Quotes

Catch up on what made the headlines this week, in the words of the people who said it best!

"They will not listen to you; they do not care what parents and teachers think."

--Ronnie Mailman, representative for United Federation of Teachers (UFT) in District 16, shares his opinion of the Department of Education's willingness to work with parents on charter school co-locations

Parents, Activists Rally Against PS/IS 308 Co-Location

"The value to me as a presenter has been to listen deeply to what's relevant to teens, and help them realize their voice."

--Monique Martin, director of family programs for SummerStage, on why her newly developed teen council program should be continued and supported

Teens Take on SummerStage at Von King Park

"It is a very sexy garden. The limited use of outdoor lighting and the fragrance wafting on the breeze also make it very romantic."

--Gardening columnist Claudette Brady responding to a comment on her article about Moon Gardens

Designing a Moon Garden

"The fight to repeal vacancy decontrol lives on."

--Assemblyman Hakeem Jeffries of the 57th District in Brooklyn vows to fight to extend rent regulation laws, which were set to expire this week, June 15, 2011.

Brooklyn Renters Band Together for Reform

"I'm glad they are celebrating curves! If you're healthy and happy with who you are, curves are great."

--Rose of Midwood, Brooklyn on her feelings about the Full Figured Fashion Week for plus-size women.

Full Figured Fashion Week Kicks Off in New York City