Thank you, Don. I am particularly impressed by the concept of "Natural Equality" (the idea that there is a general human nature and potential. This is more than pro forma equality before the law, or equality of economic opportunity; it is a belief in the natural goodness and inherent worth of each individual person.)

That is a vital spiritual understanding, and it is found in all the valuable spiritual teachings. It is from such an understanding that we derive justice, decency, fairness, mercy, compassion, and most other notable human virtues.

It does not, of course, mean that everyone is equal in their various characteristics, talents, strengths or capabilities! It merely means that everyone else has an equal right to be treated as we would all wish to be treated ourselves. That's the Golden Rule.