You know me.
I don’t care how nasty America’s history is. I keep the America-bashing to a bare minimum. In fact, I can’t recall the last time I trashed the country. The people who run it, however, are fair game.
I found a discussion-worthy article called Why Anglos Lead. (The artice is long, but it’s a really interesting read. If you have the time, especially if you plan to participate in the discussion, read the whole thing.) Lawrence Mead highlights a few reasons why he believes the United States is the world’s leader:
- Other rich countries that might show leadership have abdicated
- Wealth and Law
- The Projection of Force
- Confidence in War
- The Deference of Others
Of course, there are other glaring reasons why Anglos, especially the United States, lead the world in practically every way. I’d like to get a good discussion going on this, so I’ll start the ball rolling with this hint: Christianity.
What are some obvious reasons Anglos (America) lead the world? Don’t worry about whether your answers will be offensive.
Update: Brit Clive Davis (whom I met at the Pajamas Media launch) on America-bashing.
