Greene Shoots: So where are the smart people

Leonard Greene bemoans the lack of scientific talent in the West.

Readers who have somehow steeled themselves to follow the gladiatorial spectacle that is the American presidential election, will have by now heard the word "Change!" at least as many times as the country is dollars in debt. Subjects for such "change" are myriad, ranging from the ridiculous ("drill!") to the sublime (healthcare for all), but certainly ranking high the list these days is that perennial favorite: better math and science education. 

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