4 chapters across the catalog
William Shockley cites Census Bureau data to argue that black women of the "lowest intellectual social class" have significantly more children than those with college degrees. He claims this pattern is "unfavorable" for the future of intellectual capacity. He notes that while this trend exists among whites, he views it as more "severe" in the black community.
Demographic Shift Visualization, 1610 to 2060, The Browning of America
Adam Curry performs a "live" play-by-play of a demographic chart showing racial percentages in the U.S. from 1610 to 2060. The data shows white populations peaking in the early 20th century and declining toward 41% by 2060, while Hispanic populations eclipse Black populations around 1999. The hosts discuss Joe Biden's observation of biracial couples in commercials as a sign of this "browning" trend.
The ADOS movement advocates for the federal government and universities to prioritize descendants of American slavery in affirmative action policies, arguing these programs have been co-opted by immigrants. The Census Bureau recently announced that African Americans can now list specific origins rather than just checking "black." This shift toward disaggregated data is seen as a way to accurately track which groups are actually benefiting from diversity initiatives.
Middle Class Financial Struggles, $350,000 Salary Budget Analysis
A CNBC article based on US Census Bureau data suggests that a $350,000 annual salary barely qualifies as middle class in major hubs like New York City and San Francisco. The analysis of a family of four shows that after expenses for housing, cars, and childcare, only $121 in monthly cash flow remains.
