Overall, this article really confused me. The idea that diversity directly correlates to levels of trust felt weird. Does Putnam mean the trust among and between everyone in general? Or just the level of trust displayed from one race to another race? But past all of this confusion, I like that he focused on some positive aspects of immigration as well.

Putnam says that immigration leads to more knowledge prizes won, which indicates that those living in America as a whole become smarter when there are more immigrants. Not only do non-American immigrants have an incredible chance at become Nobel prize winners, but these immigrants are able to share their knowledge with their folks in their home countries. Diversity and immigration lead to better nations overall. That’s one of the reasons why colleges strive to create a diverse environment. People learn from each other’s differences. And why would you not trust someone who can help you become a better you?