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#1062 Nandita Bajaj: We Have an Overpopulation Problem

The Dissenter

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Aging Populations and Birth Rates: A Misunderstanding

This chapter critiques the misconception that higher birth rates are necessary to support aging populations and social security systems. It calls for a reevaluation of outdated economic models and promotes the idea of celebrating declining fertility rates and increased lifespans. Furthermore, the discussion emphasizes the importance of reallocating resources to support elder care rather than coercively encouraging parenthood.

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