Melissa Kearney

Melissa Kearney, a Professor of Economics at Notre Dame and author of The Two-Parent Privilege, dives into the complexities of fertility and family dynamics. She explores why modern contraception can't solely explain declining birth rates and how societal norms are shifting. Kearney emphasizes the need for public investment in families and addresses the implications of low fertility on national security. She also highlights cross-country evidence showing no clear connection between female labor and fertility, challenging common assumptions around parenting and economic stability.