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Equality Quote by Adam Pearson

“I'm not saying at all that only disabled actors should get disabled roles, because that's equally prejudiced and equally stifling. But I think we need to delineate between equality of opportunity, and equality of outcome. And I think as far as equality of opportunity goes, the film industry is…” quote by Adam Pearson
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“I'm not saying at all that only disabled actors should get disabled roles, because that's equally prejudiced and equally stifling. But I think we need to delineate between equality of opportunity, and equality of outcome. And I think as far as equality of opportunity goes, the film industry is sorely, sorely lacking.”

Adam Pearson

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Guardian, 2020

Equality of opportunity means fair access, not guaranteeing identical results; outcomes differ by many factors.

In simple terms: Fair access isn’t the same as equal results.

Key Takeaway

Promote fair access while accepting varied outcomes.

Themes

equality opportunity outcome disability industry

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

social industry

When to use this quote

  • casting decisions
  • industry hiring
  • advocacy
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

social justice inclusion policy representation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can improve opportunity in film?
  • How to balance fairness with representation?
A Different Perspective

Equal outcomes may be unrealistic without systemic change.

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