There's a moral justification, and a desire to change the social norm, versus the terms of an agreement. This is where educational articles like this are important to improve the understanding throughout the industry so that employees can make informed choices.
>>Why is Bob not in the same situation?
In this specific circumstance, Bob agreed to an arrangement that contractually doesn't put him in the same situation. Hopefully Bob will learn from this experience and, if possible, negotiate better (or equivalent rights) instead of willingly agreeing to unequal rights.
Pragmatically, unless and until more workers are willing to take the risk to become founders themselves, the balance of power usually is in the founders' and investors' favour (i.e. capital).
>>Why is Bob not in the same situation?
In this specific circumstance, Bob agreed to an arrangement that contractually doesn't put him in the same situation. Hopefully Bob will learn from this experience and, if possible, negotiate better (or equivalent rights) instead of willingly agreeing to unequal rights.
Pragmatically, unless and until more workers are willing to take the risk to become founders themselves, the balance of power usually is in the founders' and investors' favour (i.e. capital).