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5 5  = Race & IQ =
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8 -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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4 +**The debate surrounding IQ and race remains controversial, with differing perspectives on whether intelligence disparities are primarily due to environmental or genetic factors.**
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23 -== Race & IQ ==
9 += Mainstream Explanation =
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25 -=== Mainstream Explanation ===
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27 27  The dominant narrative in education and media asserts that there is no difference in IQ between racial groups. This section presents established facts about intelligence research.
28 28  
29 -* Studies indicate a consistent IQ gap between racial groups [Cato Institute].
13 +* Studies indicate a consistent IQ gap between racial groups [[Cato Institute>>https://www.cato.org/commentary/americas-most-costly-educational-failure]].
30 30  * Expert surveys show that intelligence researchers attribute the Black-White IQ difference to a mix of genetic and environmental factors.
31 31  * Brain size correlates with IQ, with MRI studies showing a correlation above 0.40.
32 32  
33 -==== Key Points of the Mainstream View ====
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19 +== Key Points of the Mainstream View ==
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35 35  1. **IQ Tests Measure Cognitive Ability, Not Innate Intelligence**
36 -1*. IQ tests measure problem-solving skills and cognitive abilities shaped by environmental factors rather than fixed, innate intelligence.
37 -1. **Environmental Factors Are the Primary Cause of IQ Differences**
38 -1*. Differences in IQ scores are largely explained by disparities in education, income, healthcare, and exposure to enriching experiences.
39 -1. **Race Is a Social Construct**
40 -1*. Many scholars argue that race is a social construct with limited biological basis, complicating attempts to correlate intelligence with race.
41 -1. **The Flynn Effect**
42 -1*. Rising IQ scores across populations over time suggest that intelligence is highly malleable and influenced by societal improvements.
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44 -=== Mainstream Supporting Evidence ===
23 +* IQ tests measure problem-solving skills and cognitive abilities shaped by environmental factors rather than fixed, innate intelligence.
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46 -|=Study/Source|=Findings|=Key Takeaway
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
25 +2. **Environmental Factors Are the Primary Cause of IQ Differences**
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51 -=== Alternative Hypotheses ===
27 +* Differences in IQ scores are largely explained by disparities in education, income, healthcare, and exposure to enriching experiences.
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53 -==== Genetic Hypothesis ====
29 +3. **Race Is a Social Construct**
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31 +* Many scholars argue that race is a social construct with limited biological basis, complicating attempts to correlate intelligence with race.
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33 +4. **The Flynn Effect**
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35 +* Rising IQ scores across populations over time suggest that intelligence is highly malleable and influenced by societal improvements.
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37 +== Mainstream Supporting Evidence ==
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40 +|=Study/Source |= Findings |= Key Takeaway
41 +| Flynn, J. (1987) | IQ scores have risen across populations | Supports environmental improvements
42 +| APA Report (1995) | Intelligence disparities are largely environmental | Genetics play a minimal role in explaining differences
43 +| Nisbett, R. (2009) | Cultural and educational factors affect IQ | Intelligence can be improved through interventions
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47 +== Genetic Hypothesis ==
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55 55  Some researchers argue that observed IQ differences between racial groups may have a genetic basis:
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57 57  * Population-level genetic differences could influence cognitive traits.
58 58  * Environmental factors alone may not fully account for all disparities.
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60 -==== Evidence Supporting the Genetic Hypothesis ====
54 +== Evidence Supporting the Genetic Hypothesis ==
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62 -|=Study/Source|=Findings|=Key Takeaway
63 -|Rushton (2003)|Brain size correlates with IQ, varies by race|Suggests a biological component to intelligence
64 -|Herrnstein & Murray (1994)|"The Bell Curve" discusses race and intelligence|Suggests a mix of genetic and environmental factors
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57 +|=Study/Source |= Findings |= Key Takeaway
58 +| Rushton (2003) | Brain size correlates with IQ, varies by race | Suggests a biological component to intelligence
59 +| Herrnstein & Murray (1994) | "The Bell Curve" discusses race and intelligence | Suggests a mix of genetic and environmental factors
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66 -=== Challenges to the Mainstream View ===
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68 -|=Claim|=Counterpoint
69 -|"Race is a social construct"|Genetic studies show population differences in traits
70 -|"Environmental factors explain all differences"|Some IQ gaps persist even in similar environments
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72 -=== Unresolved Questions ===
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74 -This section invites users to add questions or areas where more research is needed.
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66 +|= Claim |= Counterpoint
67 +| "Race is a social construct" | Genetic studies show population differences in traits
68 +| "Environmental factors explain all differences" | Some IQ gaps persist even in similar environments
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76 76  1. How do persistent IQ differences remain across different environments?
77 -1. Are there cultural biases inherent in IQ tests that disadvantage certain groups?
78 -1. To what extent do genetics contribute to cognitive differences between populations?
73 +2. Are there cultural biases inherent in IQ tests that disadvantage certain groups?
74 +3. To what extent do genetics contribute to cognitive differences between populations?
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80 -=== Conclusion ===
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82 82  The relationship between race and IQ is a complex and sensitive topic. The mainstream consensus emphasizes environmental factors, while alternative hypotheses suggest genetic influences. Readers are encouraged to critically assess the evidence, contribute data, and engage in constructive dialogue.
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84 -=== Contribute Evidence ===
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86 86  Users are encouraged to:
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92 92  [Add Your Evidence Here]
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94 -=== References ===
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96 -* [[Cato Institute Article>>url:https://www.cato.org/commentary/americas-most-costly-educational-failure]]
92 +* [[Cato Institute Article>>https://www.cato.org/commentary/americas-most-costly-educational-failure]]
97 97  * Rushton (2003). Intelligence and Brain Size
98 98  * APA Report (1995) on Intelligence Disparities
99 99  * Flynn, J. (1987). The Flynn Effect
100 100  * Expert Survey on Intelligence (2019)
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