The figure of a man and two kids watching baseball from behind a fence likely illustrates the point in the debate on fairness that "When helping others, giving everyone the same thing assumes that everyone has the same starting place."
This visual representation can symbolize the idea that not everyone has equal access or opportunities, similar to how the man may be taller and able to see over the fence, while the shorter kids may need additional support (like a box to stand on) to see the game. This concept highlights the difference between equality (treating everyone the same) and equity (providing varying levels of support based on individual needs).