The Daily A Population Slowdown in the U.S.
May 4, 2021
Join Sabrina Tavernise, a National correspondent for The New York Times, as she explores the U.S.'s slowest population growth in nearly a century. The discussion reveals how decreased immigration and faltering birth rates are reshaping family planning decisions among millennials. Tavernise delves into the economic pressures young women face and the wider societal implications of a dwindling population. She also highlights potential policy responses and the interconnected challenges of maintaining economic stability and community health in this new demographic landscape.
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Slowing US Population Growth
- US population growth is slowing, the second slowest rise since 1790.
- Two factors: immigration and births, with immigration slowing for various reasons.
Declining Birth Rates
- Birth rates have declined since 2008 and haven't rebounded as expected.
- Current birth rate is 1.7 children per woman, below replacement level.
Economic Factors Affecting Millennials
- Millennials delay childbirth due to economic concerns like student debt and high housing costs.
- A weak social safety net, including lack of parental leave and childcare support, exacerbates this.