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Yes, Zeihan’s point is that increasing urbanization- 50%+ worldwide now- has decreased the utility of children (if we can use that term) and increased their cos
by hammock 4y ago
Yes, Zeihan’s point is that increasing urbanization- 50%+ worldwide now- has decreased the utility of children (if we can use that term) and increased their costs
- anonporridge 4y agoChildren are a luxury item, like a Gucci handbag, or a non working pet. A liability, not an asset. You only have them if you have money to burn and either intrinsically value the luxury or want to signal your social status to your peers.
- disambiguation 4y ago> You only have them if you have money to burn this is quite cynical and disingenuous, given birth rates are highest among low income demographics.
- hammock 4y agoIt's a bathtub shaped curve. Even in low-birth-rate countries, birth rates have not depressed among the rich.