What is happening to our country?

Even though I just joined the site I often wonder why dont people just look up the info themselves .

So, maybe some people dont want to make the effort, are in a hurry, or are very young.

Unfortunately I think part of the reason why so many people seem dumb is a combination of factors like a poor educational system, and a dysfunctional society and moral decay.

Along the same lines as what youre saying;

What I have trouble with is that alot of people seem to be lacking in knowing the difference between right and wrong.

Often the wrongdoer has some completely illogical reason for thinking the other guy is at fault.

It is mindboggling , and someone once said to me "don't try to make sense out of nonsense"

When I stopped expecting other people to think and understand like I do, I achieved a bit more peace of mind.

As I get older I find that acceptance goes a long way in achieving serenity.

Plus the fact that I make the odd mistake every now and then, it is a humbling experience, and instead of looking down on other people as much, I thank God for giving me an extra bit of brainpower.

Hope this helps!

According to the latest figures, U.S. schools are rated number 47th in the world. When my Dad went to school, they were rated number 1. That means that when we come out of high school, high school graduates from 46 other countries have a better understanding of math, science, etc... than we will. That makes ME sort of stupid in the world marketplace. No child left behind indeed!

I just want to respond to that Judy M's comment -- the reason U.S. test scores are declining is because of the rapid growth in illegal immigrant kids entering our school systems. They are dragging down the average US test scores in worldwide competitions.

Oh great ! So, the people, like you, who ask questions are intelligent than people who got answers ?

Satan is running amuk tempting ppl to do stupid things

Pride?????

they are. people are stupid. I also wonder this