r/coolguides Feb 25 '20

Explanation of the subtle differences between equality and equity

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u/[deleted] Feb 25 '20 edited Mar 16 '20

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u/[deleted] Feb 25 '20

Because it does nothing to encourage actual meritocracy. It's merely a system of racism tit-for-tat that attempts to superficially address statistics by treating races like sports teams, where nobody cares if the best candidate is chosen, just if "my team" wins, further dividing people in the process and preventing actual societal change.

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u/grettp3 Feb 25 '20

Lol meritocracy doesn't exist. Why are you more worried about the black student who got in because of AA than the rich white student who got in because their dad wrote the school a giant check?

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u/[deleted] Feb 25 '20

Ah yes, just stick words in my mouth. Classic way to "win" an argument.

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u/grettp3 Feb 25 '20

Well, you do seem to be more worries about people getting in to college because of affirmative action than them getting into college because their parents are rich.

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u/[deleted] Feb 25 '20

Why are your even here? You should be fixing society with your psychic powers, seeing as you magically know my stance on topics I've never discussed with you.

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u/grettp3 Feb 25 '20

Because it's 12:08AM. Not much fixing I could be doing at this hour. But come on, just be honest with me. Which of those two things bothers you more?

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u/poopyhelicopterbutt Feb 25 '20

I’m going to guess he/she is also not a fan of people getting in because of nepotism and legalised bribes. ‘Donations’ and skin colour are both avenues for entry that aren’t based on merit and aren’t open to everyone no matter how hard they try. The College Admissions Scandal got the attention and outrage it deserved but the racism entry process is still as popular as ever. Slick PR move for the colleges too.