Egalitarianism

Egalitarianism (from French égal 'equal'; also equalitarianism) is a school of thought within political philosophy that builds on the concept of social equality, prioritizing it for all people.^[1] Egalitarian doctrines are generally characterized by the idea that all humans are equal in fundamental worth or moral status.^[2] As such, all people should be accorded equal rights and treatment under the law.^[3]^[4] Egalitarian doctrines have supported many modern social movements, including the Enlightenment, feminism, civil rights, and international human rights.^[5] Egalitarianism is the foundation of left-wing politics.^[6]^[7]^[8]^[9]

One key aspect of egalitarianism is its emphasis on equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or circumstances. This means ensuring that everyone has access to the same resources, education, and opportunities to succeed in life. By promoting equal opportunities, egalitarianism aims to level the playing field and reduce disparities that result from social inequalities.

^ "egalitarian". Dictionary.com Unabridged (Online). n.d. Retrieved 7 May 2018.
^ "Egalitarianism". Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy. Metaphysics Research Lab. Stanford University. 2019.
^ Robertson, David (2007). The Routledge Dictionary of Politics. Routledge Taylor and Francis Group. p. 159. ISBN 978-0-415-32377-2.
^ "Egalitarianism". Merriam-Webster Dictionary. 7 June 2023.
^ "Egalitarianism". Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved 6 October 2022.
^ Smith, T. Alexander; Tatalovich, Raymond (2003). Cultures at War: Moral Conflicts in Western Democracies. Toronto, Canada: Broadview Press. p. 30. ISBN 9781551113340.
^ Bobbio, Norberto; Cameron, Allan (1997). Left and Right: The Significance of a Political Distinction. University of Chicago Press. p. 37.
^ Ball, Terence (2005). The Cambridge History of Twentieth-Century Political Thought (Reprint. ed.). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. pp. 612–614. ISBN 9780521563543. Retrieved 15 November 2016.
^ Thompson, Willie (1997). The Left In History: Revolution and Reform in Twentieth-Century Politic. London: Pluto Press. ISBN 978-0745308913.

[1] "egalitarian". Dictionary.com Unabridged (Online). n.d. Retrieved 7 May 2018.

[2] "Egalitarianism". Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy. Metaphysics Research Lab. Stanford University. 2019.

[3] Robertson, David (2007). The Routledge Dictionary of Politics. Routledge Taylor and Francis Group. p. 159. ISBN 978-0-415-32377-2.

[4] "Egalitarianism". Merriam-Webster Dictionary. 7 June 2023.

[5] "Egalitarianism". Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved 6 October 2022.

[Smith-6] Smith, T. Alexander; Tatalovich, Raymond (2003). Cultures at War: Moral Conflicts in Western Democracies. Toronto, Canada: Broadview Press. p. 30. ISBN 9781551113340.

[7] Bobbio, Norberto; Cameron, Allan (1997). Left and Right: The Significance of a Political Distinction. University of Chicago Press. p. 37.

[Lukes-8] Ball, Terence (2005). The Cambridge History of Twentieth-Century Political Thought (Reprint. ed.). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. pp. 612–614. ISBN 9780521563543. Retrieved 15 November 2016.

[9] Thompson, Willie (1997). The Left In History: Revolution and Reform in Twentieth-Century Politic. London: Pluto Press. ISBN 978-0745308913.

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