YSK The difference between equality, justice and equity.locked

Amilo159@lemmy.world to You Should Know@lemmy.world – 1257 points –

Why YSK: because what seems like equal situation from surface isn't always equal opportunity for all. And even when equal measure of help is provided, it might not be equally useful.

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You're totally right, ideally yes.

Unfortunately, resources are limited and starting from somewhere is better than not starting at all.

This is where justice would come in. Fixing the system so that resources are distributed automatically to provide everyone with equitable access to the tools

That's actually where justice comes in.

Fixing the system so all people have equal access automatically under the system