> I do think they (Asians) are on average smarter. <
Much of that can be explained by cultural differences. I knew a Chinese family back in the day. Both parents were immigrants. They had five children.
And here’s how they handled their kids’ homework. All five kids sat down at the kitchen table right after school, and began their work. And no kid was allowed to leave the table until all five were done. In some respects it was a group effort, with the older kids helping the younger ones.
These kids were second generation Americans. I wonder if their grandchildren will even do homework. America often has that effect on people.
I HATE that you are right about your comment on America.
OF COURSE not across the board but in general.
We WOPs are actually on the UPSWING with that.
First generation were tradesmen. Didn’t see WHY anyone would go to college.
2nd generation graduated high school and some went to college but still a LOT of blue collar BUT they saw the need for college to take things to the next level.
3rd generation actually stepped up studying and shooting for higher goals.
4th generation is beginning the downturn you’re talking about.
GOD only knows about 5th generation.
People would be surprised how many of us are still 2nd generation and there are a lot of 3rd.
The culture differences do explain a lot.
I have a few Asian friends who still have 3 generations under one roof.
BIG HOUSE of course. But I like that.