While Obama seeks to blur the distinction, leaving the impression that there is only equality of outcome, an important question for this election is whether Romney can articulate the important and historic American distinction between equality of opportunity and equality of outcome.
We know we are promised equality of opportunity, not equality of outcomes.
India, people like Mr Das believe, should push for affirmative action in private schools, and strive for "equality of opportunity, not equality of results".
With people moving up and down the income distribution scale, there would appear to be equality of opportunity, if not equality of outcome.
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Opportunity and equality don't come without a fight, and sometimes you have got to keep fighting even after you have won some victories.
There are the ideals of opportunity, equality, and freedom that have not only inspired our people to perfect our own union, but inspired others to perfect theirs as well.
We owe that legacy of progress to our mothers and aunts, grandmothers and great-grandmothers -- women who proved not only that opportunity and equality do not come without a fight, but also that they are possible.
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In 1999 Peter Mandelson told the Labour Party annual conference that equality of opportunity was not enough: equality of aspiration mattered too.
Despite the ruckus of those who claim to represent the 99%, Americans believe in opportunity, not equality-mongering.
Slovakia substitute Erik Jendrisek wasted a good opportunity to restore equality after 56 minutes, but he shot into the side-netting after finding space in the penalty area.
The Labour Party's manifesto for Somerset lays out its vision for equality, opportunity and sustainability.
Beyond equality of opportunity, there are social benefits to race-conscious affirmative action policies that include Asian students.
If income inequality is the answer, the question is not how to have an equality of opportunity society.
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You exemplify the spirit of democracy by striving for justice and equality and opportunity in the American society.
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"The Welsh Assembly Government is committed to promoting equality of opportunity regarding access to education and training, " it said.
You mentioned that this medal is presented in recognition of progress toward the ideals of equality and opportunity and justice.
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But also, the disadvantages of growing up in extreme poverty pose a challenge to a belief in equality of opportunity.
The state plays an essential role as defender of this principle, setting standards and norms that guarantee quality and equality of opportunity.
Attacking Tory leader David Cameron's attempts to attract Lib Dem supporters, Mr Clegg said the Conservatives did not really want equality of opportunity.
That belief in the importance of equality of opportunity is widely held across the country, even as our politics appear ever more divided.
He maintained that the Equality Act 2010 was already bringing about change by requiring public bodies to eliminate discrimination and advance equality of opportunity.
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Secondly, opponents say affirmative action undermines equality of opportunity and meritocracy fragile concepts in Brazil, where privilege, nepotism and contacts have long been routes to advancement.
But by slashing government spending on basic services such as education and advocating yet more tax cuts at the top, they undermine equality of opportunity.
The minister also answered a variety of questions on the future of local authorities, social justice for the elderly, and promoting equality of opportunity in Wales.
To maintain social stability and encourage domestic consumption, the government will have to create a more comprehensive safety net and focus on improving equality of opportunity.
"America likes to think of itself as a land of equality and opportunity, the so-called American dream is very deep to our sense of identity, " he said.
We will build an America where the ideals of justice and equality and opportunity are alive and well, and we will reclaim the American Dream in our time.
Twinning unequal outcomes with equality of opportunity produces sustainable world class community and economic outcomes that are the foundation for the next generation of economic and social success.
Equality of opportunity has historically been the distinctive American way.
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