@kikobar Capitalism is a Ponzi scheme. The economy cannot grow if the population shrinks. A smaller pool of workers can command better wages, shorter hours, and more favorable conditions.
@starbreaker I believe the myopic view is not exclusive of the Capitalism.
Many other doctrines (including Communism) which drive for efficiency and growth without considering the full spectrum of the impact on the whole planet have the same invalid underlying assumption.
China and Russia are also pushing for more fertility rates.
@starbreaker the wrong assumption is that the economy HAS to grow. It doesn't.
What we need to do is improve the quality of living, not only of us, but of all the other living creatures on Earth in a harmonized and sustainable way.
Yes, a lot easier said than done, but boosting the fertility rate doesn't help in any scenario.
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