The idiom "what's good for the goose is good for the gander" means that what is appropriate or beneficial for one person is also appropriate or beneficial for another person in a similar situation. In other words, if something is fair or reasonable for one person, it should be fair or reasonable for everyone else in the same situation.
For example, if a boss allows one employee to take a day off work for a family emergency, then they should allow all employees to do the same if they have a similar situation. This is because what is good for one employee (the goose) should also be good for the other employees (the ganders).
You can use this idiom in situations where you want to emphasize the importance of fairness and equality. It is often used in discussions about policies or rules that should apply equally to everyone.
• The company has implemented a new policy that all employees must complete the safety training program. What’s good for the goose is good for the gander.
• As a teacher, I always try to treat my students equally. If I give extra help to one student, I have to give the same opportunity to all students. What’s good for the goose is good for the gander.
• The CEO of the company has made it clear that no one is above the rules and regulations. What’s good for the goose is good for the gander.
• The government is cracking down on tax evasion by conducting extensive audits. They believe what’s good for the goose is good for the gander.
• My parents always remind me that if I want my friends to respect me, I should respect them too. What’s good for the goose is good for the gander.
• I always share my candy with my sister because we believe what’s good for the goose is good for the gander.