I'd actually hate to reinforce that stereotype. Certainly not my intent, but I can see how what I wrote certainly could paint that picture. I'll do better next time to clarify my thoughts and learn from this.

Our entertainment options are crazy addictive today compared to the past. Our standard of living has also increased significantly post-WWII. If we do in fact value entertainment over education, it's not a knock on our society.

We're just comfortable. When you get comfortable while being a dominate superpower, it's only a matter of time that another country will take your place.