Quote by William Weld

Do we believe that there is equal economic opportunity out there in the real world, right now, for each and every one of these groups? If we believed in the tooth fairy, if we believed in the Easter Bunny, we might well believe that.

Do we believe that there is equal economic opportunity out t

Summary

This quote suggests a sarcastic and skeptical perspective towards the idea of equal economic opportunity for all groups in society. By referencing mythical creatures like the tooth fairy and the Easter Bunny, the speaker asserts that equal opportunity is an unrealistic notion in the current world. The quote implies that there are significant disparities and obstacles that prevent every individual from having an equal shot at economic prosperity.

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