Are people less intelligent than they used to be?

QuestionAre people less intelligent than they used to be?

Posted April 20, 2023 by penelopekitty in GenderCritical

I recently listened to this podcast. I think BB is a bit of a dick and don't know much about Edward Dutton. However, I must admit this question has crossed my mind more than once.

I cannot think of any other ideology or social contagion that has had the widespread acceptance of trans ideology.

I constantly marvel at how stupid the entire thing is and I'm in disbelief that anyone can think it's legitimate or that it even makes sense. There are so many glaring contradictions and problems inherent in the ideology and discourse.

Dutton states that IQ scores have dropped by 10 points and are on a downward trend. Being a bit older I can see that.

There have always been stupid people but many were educable. Now the act of doubling down on untenable ideas is common and even applauded. There is also a clinging to childhood interests way into adulthood which I see as very unhealthy and a sign of arrested development.

Do you think this is a result of overall lower intelligence?

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Artemisfacepalmed

March 14, 2025

Sounds like we have the makings for an excellent picnic

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HoneycreeperBird Lesbian

March 14, 2025

Throw in some of the Pasta Queen’s lemon ricotta fusilli, and yes. Perfect excellent picnic!

Now if only I wasn’t single 🥲. I’d love to take a woman out for a nice picnic

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Artemisfacepalmed

March 15, 2025

Lemon ricotta fusilli sounds divine. I’d have to get a basket as big as I am to fit all that food in, but it would be so worth it!

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HoneycreeperBird Lesbian

March 15, 2025

I don’t even have a basket. It’s just a beautiful thought of the future. One day I will though, and be the romantic sap that I so desire to be.

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Posted April 20, 2023 by penelopekitty

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