Quote by Aldous Huxley

That all men are equal is a proposition to which, at ordinary times, no sane human being has ever given his assent.

That all men are equal is a proposition to which, at ordinar

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This quote suggests that the belief in complete equality among individuals is something that most people do not agree with, at least not in their everyday lives. It implies that it is unrealistic to expect everyone to view and treat each other as truly equal, acknowledging that individuals have different abilities, opportunities, and circumstances. It highlights the inherent complexities of human nature and the varying perspectives people hold regarding equality.

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