Introduction

America is in decline and has been for over six decades, of that there can be little doubt. The reasons for our country's economic and moral decay are detailed in part 1 of this book. In part 2, I will suggest steps, short of a second revolution, that should be taken to rescue our floundering ship of state. Finally, in part 3, I predict what is likely to occur if we do not have the courage to institute the changes required to restore the nation's economy and put its citizens back to work.

The Role of Cognitive Ability

I believe, as will become clear after reading the first few paragraphs of America in Decline, that the decreasing cognitive ability of our citizens over the past half century has played a major role in America's fall from greatness. Our failure to recognize the importance of intellect, especially the concept of inherited cognitive ability, is largely responsible for most of America's social and economic woes.