America Losing Its Edge In Innovation 757
jaywhybee writes "Forbes has an interesting article about America losing its edge in innovation because engineers and scientists in the US are not as respected as they are in other countries, and thus fewer youths aspire to become one. Quoting: 'I’ve visited more than 100 countries in the past several years, meeting people from all walks of life, from impoverished children in India to heads of state. Almost every adult I’ve talked with in these countries shares a belief that the path to success is paved with science and engineering. In fact, scientists and engineers are celebrities in most countries. They’re not seen as geeks or misfits, as they too often are in the US, but rather as society’s leaders and innovators. In China, eight of the top nine political posts are held by engineers. In the US, almost no engineers or scientists are engaged in high-level politics, and there is a virtual absence of engineers in our public policy debates.'"
Re:follow the money (Score:4, Funny)
The Nation speaks (Score:5, Funny)
Re:What's missing from this article? (Score:5, Funny)
You mean, they are no longer using tanks to roll down protests at the Tianman Square?
In fact, the revolutionary wave in Eastern Europe of the 1989 and 1990 was mainly carried by engineers and artists, a very unique coalition.
Old Joke (Score:5, Funny)
Business Idea! (Score:2, Funny)
How about a sculpture of Jesus with HUGE KNOCKERS and hundred dollar bills in his both hands. Think it will sell?
Don't be stupid. (Score:2, Funny)
An engineer is someone who drives a train.
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Re:Old Joke (Score:4, Funny)
German engineers are supposed to be good at babysitting?