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I would argue that I'd rather see an average IQ with study skills and a willingness to put forth the effort to master any given subject -- that would leave us with the task of finding educators who can manage to give that average IQ enough material (minus the liberal "world view") to see what they can do with it and insist that they meet a high bar to achieve the mastery.

Did you ever read Thomas Edison's definition of genius? He said, "Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration".

I'm familiar with the quote.

Finally, I'd like to see our Immigration Laws enforced. As to the current population of illegal immigrants, I'd like to see them receive a Green Card with a two-year term, renewable for 5 consecutive two year periods with the proviso that:

1) If they live and work here for two years without being convicted of a violent crime, a crime related to narcotics or a felony AND they are enrolled in classes to learn English at the minimum functioning standards (say a third grader) and are also enrolled in Civics course, they may apply for the second two-year term.

2) At the end of the second term, they must demonstrate a higher level of language skills and be able to pass the basic civics requirements. If at any time a felony is committed or violent crime or a crime involving narcotics or human trafficing is committed, it's "Hasta la vista, baby!"

At the end of the 10 year temporary worker term, they must either A) apply to become a US citizen or B) go home. If at any time the temporary worker does not apply for an extension or does not meet certain standards in English and Civics proficiency, their worker privileges are revoked and they go to the back of the line.

I don't care that they come here. I'm flattered they find it hospitable enough to want to stay, but at some point, they must say to themselves — to paraphrase Dorothy in the “Wizard of Oz”, “I don't think we're in Mexico anymore, Toto.” This is America, and we like it that way.

The Chinese are an old civilization -- far older than we -- with far greater problems because of all the baggage they carry foward. Even they realize that not everyone is a good fit to be there.