Now, I'm not sure at all of this - never really thought about *equal* outcomes (as opposed to equal opportunity) until coming across the phrase in Miraca Gross's book a few weeks ago. She was talking about Australia, but since that time I've noticed that possibly the same idea is in play in the US. Perhaps there is an underlying idea that some kids (especially if they aren't low income/minority) shouldn't be allowed to get ahead because it results in inequality...
Always trust your instincts.
Look up Social Justice some time.
