Back then, the two (allegedly) extremest positions: 1) We are running out of room, need to target zero population 2) More people lead to more innovation. Gro

Back then, the two (allegedly) extremest positions: 1) We are running out of room, need to target zero population 2) More people lead to more innovation. Grow grow grow. I had some relatives that were convinced that population growth yielded pollution and thus damage to the environment. Therefore they had no kids. Of course, despite advocating for the environment they had a small private plane they enjoyed flying for fun.