Quote by Irving Kristol

Democracy does not guarantee equality of conditions -- it only guarantees equality of opportunity.

Democracy does not guarantee equality of conditions -- it on

Summary

This quote emphasizes that democracy, as a political system, is not designed to ensure equal distribution of resources or outcomes for its citizens. While it promotes equality of opportunity, meaning that individuals have equal chances to pursue their goals and ambitions, it does not ensure that everyone will start with the same advantages or achieve the same level of success. The quote reminds us that democracy is primarily concerned with the fairness of the processes and systems that determine opportunity, rather than the guarantee of equal outcomes for all.

By Irving Kristol

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