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The Triple Package

How Three Unlikely Traits Explain the Rise and Fall of Cultural Groups in America
in: Sociology
Summary:

The book argues that certain cultural groups in America have achieved remarkable success due to a combination of three traits: a superiority complex, insecurity, and impulse control. It examines how these traits interact to foster drive and upward mobility among groups like Mormons, Jews, and Nigerians, while also discussing the potential downsides of this "Triple Package."

Key points:

1. Triple Package Thesis: The book claims three traits—superiority complex, insecurity, and impulse control—combine to give some groups an edge in American success.

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