The claim to equality, outside of the strictly political field, is made only by those who feel themselves to be in some way inferior.

Summary

This quote suggests that people who assert equality in realms outside of politics typically do so because they perceive themselves as somehow inferior to others. In other words, individuals who lack confidence or feel a sense of inadequacy tend to emphasize the notion of equality as a means of achieving validation or a level playing field. This quote highlights the subjective motivations behind claims of equality and the role that self-perception plays in the desire for equal treatment in various aspects of life.

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