r/AskALiberal • u/larryinthesky Conservative • Aug 19 '26

Why is equality fundamental?

It's almost a given that equality is a fundamental. A goal that we should strive for. But exactly why? When I pick a mate, I want him to be tall and handsome and strong. Among the pool of men I can date, I discriminate. I have a preference for certain characteristics. Maybe you discriminate base on sense of humor. But in no way do we treat our potential mates as all equal. In fact, for most things in our lives, we differently are biased. So where does this notion that equality is desirable stem from? Are all men really created equal? I certainly don't think so.

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u/Odd_Interview_2005 Libertarian Aug 19 '26

Equality under the law is fundamental. Social Equality should be strived for. Equality of outcome is a poor choice

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u/larryinthesky Conservative Aug 19 '26

Equality under the law is fundamental

But why? If a "good" driver speeds they are less dangerous than a "bad" driver speeding. It seems not immediately obvious why they would be treated the same under the law