It used to be our strength too We went to the moon. Now, not so much
Our ethnic groups where “Irish” worse than pond scum, “Italians” who stunk, “Catholics” papists, and plenty of Mexicans little devils. But we had a Republic and no welfare state. You worked and did for yourself with help from family and community. You did not beggar your neighbor. Eventaully you and your family assimilated and help our country grow and prosper. And for the most part everyone let every be. No intrusive laws and government meddling.