"The current neglect of the problem can only irritate this deplorable state of affairs. The Black Muslims should constitute a warning to our society, a warning that must be heeded if we are to preserve the society"

This quote by Andrew Goodman is an alerting to society about the overlook of the Black Muslim neighborhood. He is suggesting that if society does not act to address the problems facing this neighborhood, the situation will just aggravate. He thinks that the Black Muslims need to act as a warning to society, and that society must take action to protect itself. He is stressing the value of acknowledging the issues facing this neighborhood and taking actions to resolve them. He is suggesting that if society does not act, it will be to its own hinderance. This quote functions as a suggestion that society should take action to make sure the wellness of all its members.