This is honestly the question that pops into my head as well. The sibling comment doesn't give an answer, just restates that the status quo is suboptimal for s

This is honestly the question that pops into my head as well. The sibling comment doesn't give an answer, just restates that the status quo is suboptimal for society. That very well may be the case, but parent is asking why people aren't reacting to these incentives on an individual basis.