AKA, eugenics. Obviously a controversial word thanks to modern history but at a personal level, this is what drives populations; a belief (innate or otherwise)

AKA, eugenics. Obviously a controversial word thanks to modern history but at a personal level, this is what drives populations; a belief (innate or otherwise) that your offspring will make the world better. But even past the genetic level, as somebody with education and moderate means, I do feel like our children will also be well educated and with the support of our resources will be able to make positive changes to the world. I happen to agree with you on the broader point. People who put their lifestyle/career ahead of family might be a net drain on society. But you can't force people to procreate or stop others based on their socio-economic standing. All you can do is give disadvantaged children a step up with better resources: better public schooling, early-years nurseries, free school meals, etc. And adult education for those without jobs. And pay for that with higher income taxes at the middle class, with breaks for having and supporting children (within limit). Essentially an added tax on DINKs to support lower class children.