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7 -The narrative today is that IQ and intelligence has nothing to do with race, despite there being an overwhelming amount of evidence to the contrary. In fact, although the established position is that it does not correlate at all, many scientific experts even say it does. In this article we will explore the evidence that isn't typically broadcast to the general population, and in some cases, it's even suppressed.
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7 +The narrative today is that IQ and intelligence has nothing to do with race, despite there being an overwhelming amount of evidence to the contrary. In fact, although the established position is that it does not correlate at all, many scientific experts even say it does. In this article we will explore the evidence that isn't typically broadcast to the general population, and in some cases, its even suppressed.
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16 -{{box title="**Contents**"}}
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19 19  
20 -## **Mainstream Explanation**
18 +~#~# ~*~*Mainstream Explanation~*~*
21 21  
22 -The narrative that is maintained throughout the education system and media today is largely that there is no difference at all in IQ between groups. This section will be prefaced with a few facts about what is objectively true.
20 +The narrative that is maintained throughout the education system and media today is largely that there is non difference at all in IQ between groups. This section will be prefaced with a few facts about what is objectively true.
23 23  
24 -There is an IQ gap between racial groups.[^1]
22 +There is an IQ gap between racial groups.[^1]
25 25  
26 -[^1]: [Brookings Institution](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/the-black-white-test-score-gap-why-it-persists-and-what-can-be-done/) - Discusses the Black-White test score gap and factors contributing to it.
24 +[^1]: [Brookings Institution](https:~/~/www.brookings.edu/articles/the-black-white-test-score-gap-why-it-persists-and-what-can-be-done/) - Discusses the Black-White test score gap and factors contributing to it.
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28 -### **There is not a country on earth where there has been IQ testing done which shows no gap.**
29 29  
30 -## **Key Points of the Mainstream View**
31 -1. **IQ Tests Measure Cognitive Ability, Not Innate Intelligence**
32 - - IQ tests measure problem-solving skills and cognitive abilities shaped by environmental factors rather than fixed, innate intelligence.
27 +~#~#~#~# There is not a country on earth where there has been IQ testing done which shows no gap.
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34 -2. **Environmental Factors Are the Primary Cause of IQ Differences**
35 - - Differences in average IQ scores between racial groups are explained by disparities in education, income, healthcare, and exposure to enriching experiences.
29 +~#~## ~*~*Key Points of the Mainstream View~*~*
30 +~1. ~*~*IQ Tests Measure Cognitive Ability, Not Innate Intelligence~*~*
31 + Mainstream researchers argue that IQ tests measure problem-solving skills and cognitive abilities shaped by environmental factors rather than fixed, innate intelligence.
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37 -3. **Race Is a Social Construct**
38 - - The concept of race is viewed by many scholars as a social construct with limited biological basis, which complicates any attempt to correlate intelligence with race.
33 +2. ~*~*Environmental Factors Are the Primary Cause of IQ Differences~*~*
34 + Differences in average IQ scores between racial groups are explained by disparities in education, income, healthcare, and exposure to enriching experiences.
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40 -4. **The Flynn Effect**
41 - - The steady rise in IQ scores across all populations over time (the Flynn Effect) suggests that intelligence is highly malleable and influenced by societal improvements.
36 +3. ~*~*Race Is a Social Construct~*~*
37 + The concept of race is viewed by many scholars as a social construct with limited biological basis, which complicates any attempt to correlate intelligence with race.
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39 +4. ~*~*The Flynn Effect~*~*
40 + The steady rise in IQ scores across all populations over time (the Flynn Effect) suggests that intelligence is highly malleable and influenced by societal improvements.
44 44  
45 -## **Mainstream Supporting Evidence**
42 +~-~--
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48 -| **Study/Source** | **Findings** | **Key Takeaway** |
49 -|----------------------|------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|
50 -| Flynn, J. (1987) | IQ scores have risen across populations globally | Supports the role of environmental improvements |
51 -| APA Report (1995) | Intelligence disparities are largely environmental | Genetics play a minimal role in explaining differences |
52 -| Nisbett, R. (2009) | Cultural and educational factors affect IQ | Intelligence can be improved through interventions |
44 +~#~# ~*~*Mainstream Supporting Evidence~*~*
45 +~| Study/Source | Findings | Key Takeaway |
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47 +~| Flynn, J. (1987) | IQ scores have risen across populations globally| Supports the role of environmental improvements |
48 +~| APA Report (1995) | Intelligence disparities are largely environmental| Genetics play a minimal role in explaining differences |
49 +~| Nisbett, R. (2009) | Cultural and educational factors affect IQ | Intelligence can be improved through interventions |
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51 +~-~--
55 55  
56 -## **Open Discussion: Alternative Hypotheses**
53 +~#~# ~*~*Open Discussion: Alternative Hypotheses~*~*
57 57  
58 -This section is for users to add evidence or arguments that challenge the mainstream narrative.
55 +This section is for users to add evidence or arguments that challenge the mainstream narrative.
59 59  
60 -### **Genetic Hypothesis**
61 -The genetic hypothesis suggests that some of the observed IQ differences between racial groups may have a genetic basis. Proponents argue that:
62 -- There are **population-level genetic differences** that could influence cognitive traits.
63 -- Environmental factors alone cannot fully account for all disparities.
57 +~#~## ~*~*Genetic Hypothesis~*~*
58 +The genetic hypothesis suggests that some of the observed IQ differences between racial groups may have a genetic basis. Proponents argue that:
59 +- There are ~*~*population-level genetic differences~*~* that could influence cognitive traits.
60 +- Environmental factors alone cannot fully account for all disparities.
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65 -### **Evidence Supporting the Genetic Hypothesis**
62 +~#~#~#~# ~*~*Evidence Supporting the Genetic Hypothesis~*~*
63 +~| Study/Source | Findings | Key Takeaway |
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65 +~| Jensen, A. (1969) | IQ differences have a heritable component | Argues for genetic influence on intelligence |
66 +~| Herrnstein & Murray (1994) | The Bell Curve discusses race and intelligence | Suggests a mix of genetic and environmental factors |
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68 -| **Study/Source** | **Findings** | **Key Takeaway** |
69 -|------------------------|-------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------|
70 -| Jensen, A. (1969) | IQ differences have a heritable component | Argues for genetic influence on intelligence |
71 -| Herrnstein & Murray (1994) | The Bell Curve discusses race and intelligence | Suggests a mix of genetic and environmental factors |
68 +~-~--
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70 +~#~## ~*~*Challenges to the Mainstream View~*~*
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75 -## **Challenges to the Mainstream View**
72 +Users can list ~*~*logical flaws~*~* or ~*~*counterpoints~*~* to the mainstream explanation.
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77 -Users can list **logical flaws** or **counterpoints** to the mainstream explanation.
74 +~| Claim | Counterpoint |
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76 +~| "Race is a social construct" | Genetic studies show population differences in traits |
77 +~| "Environmental factors explain all differences" | Some IQ gaps persist even in similar environments |
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80 -| **Claim** | **Counterpoint** |
81 -|--------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|
82 -| "Race is a social construct" | Genetic studies show population differences in traits |
83 -| "Environmental factors explain all differences" | Some IQ gaps persist even in similar environments |
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81 +~#~# ~*~*Unresolved Questions~*~*
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87 -## **Unresolved Questions**
83 +This section invites users to add questions or areas where more research is needed.
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89 -This section invites users to add questions or areas where more research is needed.
85 +~1. How do persistent IQ differences remain across different environments?
86 +2. Are there cultural biases inherent in IQ tests that disadvantage certain groups?
87 +3. To what extent do genetics contribute to cognitive differences between populations?
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91 -1. How do persistent IQ differences remain across different environments?
92 -2. Are there cultural biases inherent in IQ tests that disadvantage certain groups?
93 -3. To what extent do genetics contribute to cognitive differences between populations?
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91 +~#~# ~*~*Conclusion~*~*
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97 -## **Conclusion**
93 +The relationship between race and IQ is a complex and sensitive topic. The mainstream consensus emphasizes the role of environmental factors in shaping intelligence, while alternative hypotheses highlight the potential influence of genetic differences. Users are encouraged to critically assess the evidence, contribute data, and engage in constructive dialogue to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the issue.
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99 -The relationship between race and IQ is a complex and sensitive topic. The mainstream consensus emphasizes the role of environmental factors in shaping intelligence, while alternative hypotheses highlight the potential influence of genetic differences. Users are encouraged to critically assess the evidence, contribute data, and engage in constructive dialogue to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the issue.
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97 +~#~# ~*~*Contribute Evidence~*~*
102 102  
103 -## **Contribute Evidence**
99 +Users are encouraged to:
100 +- Add ~*~*peer-reviewed studies~*~* or ~*~*historical data~*~*.
101 +- Challenge mainstream explanations with ~*~*well-supported counterpoints~*~*.
102 +- Engage in ~*~*respectful debate~*~* while adhering to the platform's guidelines.
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105 -Users are encouraged to:
106 -- Add **peer-reviewed studies** or **historical data**.
107 -- Challenge mainstream explanations with **well-supported counterpoints**.
108 -- Engage in **respectful debate** while adhering to the platform's guidelines.
104 +~*~*[Add Your Evidence Here]~*~* 
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110 -**[Add Your Evidence Here]**
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108 +[sjp.2016.88.pdf](/pdfs/peer-reviewed/sjp.2016.88.pdf)
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