Ability Quote by Rush Limbaugh
“If you take a look at education, the kids that get good grades are said to humiliate those who don't. And what, then, do we do? Slow them down. We put obstacles in their way. We do not devise public education systems that are designed to deal with their superior learning ability. We retard it so that they don't learn any more, any faster than the lowest common denominator - and that really is the nub of it. The Democrats' equality and sameness is all going to be defined by the lowest common denominator.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Radio commentary, 2005
The speaker argues that education systems deliberately hinder high-achieving students to maintain equality, limiting their potential for the sake of the average.
In simple terms: Education is designed to hold back the gifted to keep everyone equal.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for differentiated learning.
Themes
education
equality
merit
policy
social justice
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
political
social commentary
When to use this quote
- school curriculum design
- talent development
- policy reform
- parental advocacy
Key Concepts
gifted education
standardization
social engineering
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance fairness with nurturing talent?
- What alternatives exist to avoid lowering standards?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the benefits of inclusive support for all learners.
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