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Lyman Stone on Demographic Decline

Jul 10, 2024
Demographer Lyman Stone discusses the causes and implications of America's falling birthrate. Topics include the challenges of declining fertility rates, the impact of aging populations on Social Security, and solutions to increase birth rates through government policies and pro-natalism.
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  • Declining fertility rates impact economic and societal challenges.
  • China's one-child policy shaped societal norms towards smaller families.

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Decline of Fertility Rates in the Modern West

The declining fertility rates in the modern West are highlighted as a significant issue with far-reaching consequences. Fewer children lead to economic and societal challenges, affecting happiness, economic productivity, and societal sustenance. With advancements in medicine prolonging lifespans, the imbalance between an aging population with fewer younger individuals poses a threat to nations like Japan, the United States, and Western Europe.

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