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March Newsletter Published
Demographic Intelligence has released its March 2022 Fertility & Family Digest Newsletter. A number of COVID-19 continuing effects and challenges are addressed. The war in Ukraine and its seismic demographic consequences are discussed. As well, the new Texas abortion laws and how they will influence births are reviewed.
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Holiday Reflections – Am I Happy?
A thought-provoking article in The New York Times explores “happiness” and the factors that influence whether or not individuals are happy. Political ideologies are evaluated, but an individuals connection to core institutions such as family, faith, and community are as well. Read the full article here.
Setting the Minimum Voting Age to Zero
Consider the merits of setting the minimum voting age to zero as you read this compelling opinion essay in The New York Times by the CIO for Demographic Intelligence, Lyman Stone. The persuasive piece suggests that the opportunity to vote for all children is not only imperative on the basis of nondiscrimination, but it would also improve our political system. In fact, it may be just the political corrective our society needs. Read the guest essay here.
What Workism is Doing to Parents
Demographic Intelligence’s Chief Information Officer, Lyman Stone, has published an article in The Atlantic discussing how public policy should assist families, but not help adults spend more time on the job. Stone and co-author Laurie DeRose examine how both political parties are working to persuade people to focus more time on work and away from their families. Read the full article here.
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