Global Birth Rate Decline Sparks Urgent Demographic Concerns
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Women worldwide are having fewer children or opting out of parenthood, driven by increased freedom and economic independence, leading to concerns about aging populations and workforce shortages, especially in high-income countries. This trend, while beneficial for the environment, poses societal and economic challenges, prompting debates on policies to encourage higher fertility rates.
- As women have far fewer babies, the U.S. and the world face unprecedented challenges NPR
- The Birth-Rate Crisis Isn’t as Bad as You’ve Heard—It’s Worse The Atlantic
- Why the baby bust matters The Spectator
- Worldwide Birth Rate Warning Issued for 2025 Newsweek
- Dean Spears & Michael Geruso on Why We Need More People persuasion.community
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