Here are some suggestions—give tax breaks or direct monetary payments for parents with less than two kids, with additional amounts for those with one or no kids. Right now, tax breaks and payments do the opposite—they incentivize having kids, with no limits on the number. (Or at least they do not discourage people having more than two kids.)
My response to what's going on in the U.S., help the poor but don't subsidize people simply because they have kids. The question is to what extent government subsidies encourage larger families and boost fertility. It would seem so, but I haven't seen a really good, objective analysis of the matter.
Sadly, the need for more consumers means thoughtful analyses like these are always banished to the zeitgeist's intellectual cellar to collect dust. Nonetheless, I'm enjoying your blog Tony. Thanks.
Here are some suggestions—give tax breaks or direct monetary payments for parents with less than two kids, with additional amounts for those with one or no kids. Right now, tax breaks and payments do the opposite—they incentivize having kids, with no limits on the number. (Or at least they do not discourage people having more than two kids.)
My response to what's going on in the U.S., help the poor but don't subsidize people simply because they have kids. The question is to what extent government subsidies encourage larger families and boost fertility. It would seem so, but I haven't seen a really good, objective analysis of the matter.
Sadly, the need for more consumers means thoughtful analyses like these are always banished to the zeitgeist's intellectual cellar to collect dust. Nonetheless, I'm enjoying your blog Tony. Thanks.
Well written, Tony. We need to turn the freight train around, and the mindless "superorganism" of humanity is not listening.
Nevermore! Sadly, these important realities are not reaching people in poorer nations who will suffer the most from perpetuating large family sizes.
That's unfortunately because of a foolish decision by world society and governance to ignore the matter. Very unwise!
Excellent summary of the population situation, Tony! Thanks for writing it.
For me, it's a bit of a chore. But if it makes a difference and I can clear my mind, it's worth it. Thanks!
Well stated and must be implemented to preserve our quality of life.