America's 'social contract' is equal opportunity... yet we have failed in achieving that seminal goal.

It's equal opportunity for all, and we don't play favourites.

The right combination is between a free economy and social policy that addresses the needs of society and creates equal opportunity.

I like to think of myself as an equal opportunity offender.

But what sets Europe apart is we insist on a social model that consists of solidarity, equal opportunity and a certain amount of redistribution.

Everyone is born equally capable but lacks equal opportunity.