
The Permanent Problem
Decoding the birth rate decline, with Tim Carney
May 6, 2024
American Enterprise Institute senior fellow Tim Carney discusses the global birth rate decline and its impact on society, emphasizing the societal shift away from parenthood. He explores the reasons behind the low fertility rates, the cultural trends pushing people from having children, and examines communities that still value big families for insights on reversing the trend.
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- Low fertility rates pose significant problems for society and culture, leading to potential economic and social consequences.
- Tim Carney underscores the importance of community support in raising children and challenges cultural norms around parenthood.
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