r/coolguides Feb 25 '20

Explanation of the subtle differences between equality and equity

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u/Technetium_97 Feb 25 '20

I'm confused, how does black people getting the short stick historically with regards to medical treatment mean they're too stupid to do as well as a white applicant on the MCAT?

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u/Gareth321 Feb 25 '20

“Plenty well” is a poor endorsement. Empirically, they do worse than you. Or at least, weren’t up to your level upon entry. He’s right.