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Essay / Inequality of Opportunities - 521
It is difficult to apply the concept of equality to things, since the idea of equality is different from one individual to another, but in a certain way, the People have a general idea of what is equal and what is equal. not. This is seen in American society and the way its people try to be as fair and equal as possible. In America we have equality of opportunity, but mostly in theory. Americans have an equal opportunity to experience happiness, life, and liberty, but some individuals have the upper hand when it comes to who gets the upper hand. People who hold power, whether wealth or class, have a greater chance of succeeding and achieving the American dream. To have good opportunities, people must have access to power, not only economic but also social power and knowledge. This is not to say that people from lower social classes cannot succeed. Many people come from poor immigrant families and have achieved good social standing and wealth through hard work and dedication, but they have to work harder to obtain these opportunities, unlike others who inherit the social class and wealth of their family. ...