I believe that all humans possess great intelligence, but I do think that there are subtle genetic differences between races. It is naive to believe skin color makes no difference. No one is afraid to admit that people from African heritage are athletically superior. To me, this is clear. I accept it. No problem. This does not mean that there are not great athletes that are White, Asian or Hispanic, just in general. Why are people afraid to look further.You can look back throughout history and clearly see who has made greater intellectual contributions to society. The Macedonians, ancient Greeks and Roman societies are clearly the cornerstones of Western civilization, and the Chinese and Japanese cultures are the cornerstones of eastern civilization. There is a lot more to it than this, but this is just a quick opinion.
However, you cannot discount someone because they are or are not of a certain race. My comments were in general, but you still have to look at each individual, regardless of their heritage. Do not discount a person based on skin color, we are all humans. Use your own intelligence and form a solid opinion based on facts.
2006-12-20 04:06:46
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answered by Bourbon Guy 2
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All the evidence I've seen indicates that no race has any real lead over another in terms of innate intelligence. Some scientists have claimed so, but they are in the minority and their arguments have been well refuted. For example, studies of black children adopted and raised in Germany (where there is less cultural pressure on blacks than here) show that they do as well as white children on intelligence tests. It is clear that if there is any difference, it is so small it is hidden by individual variation
Jews have traditionally done well as immigrants because of the cohesiveness and motivation of their culture. It should be pointed out that there is no such thing as a jewish race. Hebrews were one tribe of semitic peoples of that area. Yet one doesn't here of Arabs (also a semitic people) being subjected to the same stereotype.
There is also the matter that race is not a clearly defined term. Even scientists who believe it may be a useful term often disagree on where to draw the line.
To make it even more complicated, there is a great deal of genetic variation within a single race. For example, there is evidence (though not conclusive) that certain groups in West Africa may have a genetic advantage at sprints. There is also speculation that the East African advantage in long distance running is genetic. If true, we have two different qualities within the same race.
So when meeting an individual, it's best not to make judgements based on their race. Let them show what they can do as individuals.
2006-12-21 19:18:42
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answered by maxdwolf 3
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My dear, it is not a race that is intelligent or not intelligent - it is the individual. Intelligence itself is a rather subjective measure - are you measuring a person's ability to memorize, perform mathematical functions, learn new languages and concepts, music, space - 3D reasoning, etc.
An an example you are proabably a smart individual, but if someone were to judge you or your race by your command of the English language or grammar....well, you know where I am going with this. Or don't you?
2006-12-20 04:02:04
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answered by Concerned 1
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Race has absolutely nothing to do with intelligence and you will find people of every race have made positive and intelligent contributions to society.
There are businesses in countries all around the world and statistically speaking the majority aren't owned by Jews therefore while Jews may be good at business so are Whites, Blacks, Asians, Hispanics etc etc...
2006-12-20 03:02:42
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answered by Anonymous
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Without question, The Human Race!
2006-12-20 03:29:15
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answered by Anonymous
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There's much more variation within each race than between them.
Race is a questionable concept, anyway.
No reputable science has shown any significant difference between races that isn't better accounted for by non-genetic factors such as nutrition and environment (parent's level of education, for example).
People who claim otherwise have to cherry pick and cook their data to show race differences.
2006-12-20 06:19:18
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answered by tehabwa 7
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The race against time.
2006-12-20 03:13:29
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answered by Diarmid 3
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The one on another planet.On this planet i try not to think any one race is more than another
2006-12-20 14:32:06
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answered by woodsonhannon53 6
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A person's environment is the key. Geneticist have found no difference in the races. If a person wants to live without reading, then they're done for, no matter what color they are.
2006-12-20 02:59:19
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answered by boozer 3
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The one between the tortoise and the hare. Come one he is genius. Let the damn rabbit wear him self out and get all high on him sleep and go nappy nap then dust his hare ***
2006-12-20 08:28:19
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answered by Anonymous
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