Anti-intellectualism Is Killing America

[Anomalocaris]

There are likely other factors involved.

Of course, I also think it has a lot to do with populism. Historically, a high level of education has been a sign of being part of the elite, and, when the educated hold a view that seems opposite to what is considered "common sense," the people tend to assume that the elite must be wrong.

And no, the fact that a high level of education is becoming an essential part of getting a job hasn't actually changed anything here.

Those who pursue high level of education mainly for getting a job are unlikely to seek the sort of high level education which emphasize understanding over a mere resumeable degree.

I think the typical "college" experience in the U.S. is increasingly taking on the characteristics of high end vocational training at the expense of real science and liberal arts education.