Any minimally intellectually inclined person can understand that it is a continuum.

So why do you suggest an either-or?

I didn't.

I setup up a dichotomy, but I didn't define what equality consistutes.

A reasonable conversationalist would interpret it as either we allow inequality with its consequences or we seek a more equal society where people are being helped out of their misfortunes.

Regardless, this is a wild detour you are taking? It is completely fine to just stop and use your time on something more productuve.