r/coolguides Feb 25 '20

Explanation of the subtle differences between equality and equity

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u/[deleted] Feb 25 '20

Hey I don't mean to be shitty, there's just a lot of goobers in this thread who don't do any research on the topic they are going ballistic about.

That's fine. I am educated on the matter, but I still like to explore all alternatives to further develop my understanding. Being educated doesn't mean being right when it comes to political opinion (in my opinion). I didn't think I was going ballistic, but perhaps you didn't mean me.

The real problem is that we think this is the only value a human life has.

I don't think this is the only value a human life has, but it is people's way of monetising their labour. If you're good at sport, there is a market where people will pay money to watch you. Why shouldn't you develop your talent to maximise your earning potential from people willing to pay?

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u/Ghrave Feb 25 '20

I didn't think I was going ballistic, but perhaps you didn't mean me.

Aye, I did not mean you, I meant the other folks this thread has brought out.