Why I struggle to say the word ‘Equality’ these days

I have frequently contended that the word “equality” is, in essence, a mere illusion — a concept akin to a magician’s trick, devoid of a solid foundation for its defined construct. It is frequently paired with “egalitarianism,” envisioning a utopian society where everyone is entitled to equal rights and opportunities. There was a time when I believed in the possibility of such a society, even recounting instances when the world appeared to be a place of equality. But that belief has since dissipated. Like Saul on his journey to Damascus, I, too, have been struck by the lightning of change, once blind but now able to see — a transformed Paul. I might come across as a rebellious maverick, yet as I stood at the airport, observing the varying passports held by individuals based on their societal ranking, it became evident that equality is, indeed, a quasi-concept. My scepticism had already taken root earlier when I was twice denied a visa due to the origin of my passport, and my integrity was questioned based on my citizenship. Then, I realised the world was a realm of stylish hypocrisy, where everyone is treated according to their perceived societal worth. <a href="https://medium.com/@silas_70700/why-i-struggle-to-say-the-word-equality-these-days-23d1f563e76a">Read More</a>