The Power of Demography, with Paul Morland
Intelligence Squared
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Retirement Age and Demographic Shifts
This chapter focuses on the evolving perceptions of retirement age amid rising life expectancy and health improvements. It discusses the implications of declining birth rates and demographic trends in the West, particularly in Italy, and their effects on identity and societal structure. Additionally, the chapter examines the relationship between population size, geopolitical power, and the choices societies face regarding immigration and family sizes.
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