It was the inane notion that we not only defend europe from the mean old ussr but also be the world's breadbasket that has largely added to the destruction of the small farms. Our loss and really nobody's gain...except the owners of agra monoplies.
Speaking of agra monopolies, does anyone else have experience with CAFOs? (Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations) Even apart from the economic issues, in many states they cause big problems--for example, plaguing neighbors whose ground water becomes contaminated by huge numbers of animals concentrated in one location.
Not to mention the current urban planning trend to do the same with humans--build high rise huge dwelling places, so-called "affordable housing." AKA "smart growth." Shades of Cabrini Green.
Considering the fact that the birth rate in the USA will not sustain the required growth to maintain the economy, speaks volumes of what the problem is. You only need to pay a fee to get married and you are not required to understand the commitment that is being made in the marriage process. President Trump‘s idea of a $5000 credit for mother to become pregnant. Sounds good to me Having , uncontrolled immigration which was horrendous under Biden, pushes us towards the Tower of Babel!
Wow, that's quite a read, and yes I shared it, thanks for the option.
I feel it's all an oversight by them, in the long run. It's counteractive to one degree and to another degree hits their target with "Divide and Conquer" tactics of Nation (religion) against Nation (once again religion) The whole thing feels like "Ethnic Cleansing" and we, the "Westerners", are the ones being "Cleansed" or in a state of redundancy. All the Wars fall into a deliberate act of bringing this about, not just for the plundering of the resources in those Countries....
There is no such thing as "Population Growth" it's a fallacy, there has been and still are too many deaths happening with those wars and the SRmRNA Vaccines, etc etc, with worse to come.
Thank you taking the time to write this! It's EXCELLENT, and a terrific reply to those who whine about President Trump making cuts to USAID! BTW, I believe that all countries use their "benevolence" for their own advantage.
The smaller the better, to a degree, acknowledging the human scale.
Family farms, unable to compete with the conglomerates.
Schools, the movement to consolidate has been an unmitigated disaster, thank you John Dewey and the Education Lobby.
Churches, don’t get me started.
Mom and Pop businesses. Imagine how many small businesses in the last half-century have seen a building going up on the edge of town, only to discover that it was going to be a Walmart, bringing a death knell to their livelihood and eviscerating the very heart(s) of the community.
The Law of Unintended Consequences does raise its ugly head on our grandiose schemes, doesn't it?
Right out of Das Kapital? His critique of capitalism was valid, but the proof is in the pudding that his solution to the problem has been an abject failure. No, the utopia of Marx and Lenin belong in the dustbin of history.
I prefer to look at a successful capitalism as only being possible in a Christian context, where our greed is nipped in the bud at an individual level. Idealistic? Perhaps, but consistent with Adams' view of the necessity of the nation being comprised by a "moral people" - we took a devastating detour somewhere. But all of the "big solutions" don't address our propensity for greed. The will to power problem, coupled with greed, emerges in all top-down systems
It might be more useful to explore the disagreement between Hamilton and Jefferson, the former an advocate for our status quo, while the latter's preference for the success of the small farmer resonates with me. I don't know what our country would look like today if Jefferson's vision had prevailed, but it is a concept worthy of consideration.
53, I've never read Das Kapital, so I can't answer your question. Re: our greed, it is stoked constantly by psychologically persuasive advertising of every kind, everywhere.
After my first child was born, I decided to stay home to raise him. My husband had a higher paying job so he was our sole support. We made do. We got by just fine with less and if I had to do it over, I'd do it again. I'm a firm believer in one parent staying home to raise the children. It doesn't matter which one as long as one of them does.
Enjoyed this article/perspective. I agree with much of what I read. We need to go back to two parent households: a man and a woman. Two responsible adults sharing duties and running a household, not just living under a common roof. I am not on board with Trump paying women to have children - paying them in any form is wrong and not a good use of tax money. (I read something regarding this in an Epoch article) What young people don't realize is love is a decision and a commitment, not always a feeling.
I'm not a moral relativist...the idea of paying those who are already waging population war against West to have more children seems like a bad idea to me. You don't have the West without Christendom.
While reading this superb essay, I could not help but wonder how many people we will be losing to the COVID experiment on humanity ? In my own little circle of acquaintances I am seeing numerous new illnesses, an explosion of cancers and untimely deaths. The future will give us these answers!
Good job, Dr Malone. You always make us use our brains in ways we might not have anticipated!
My high school is having our 55th reunion this summer. I am on a notice thru the website set up. I got notice of the reunion and along with notice of 2 more fellow students who won't be attending as they are no longer with us. I had some of my closest go just over 3 years ago at the age of 68. Way to young.
“In recent years, immigration has become the primary driver of U.S. population growth, especially as birthrates have declined.”
The U.N. was directly involved in the invasion of our southern border, as their organizations were stationed in Central America providing assistance to those who traveled there from around the world to enter the U.S. through Mexico—they should be held liable.
The main driver of America’s declining population has been abortion—the killing of our unborn children. Since 1973, at least 65 million unborn children have been murdered. That number probably equals the real number of illegal aliens in our nation today. Aborting our own citizens is not only sinful, but criminal, with economic and social ramifications. In reality, it’s a curse on our nation.
Our nation needs a change of heart if we are going to preserve our national sovereignty. It’s a spiritual war being waged on a physical level—it can be won, if we have the will to do so. So far, I’m encouraged.
To me, your analysis needs to not only be shared but taught. Start in 7th to 8th grade and repeat regularly. This is particularly important after the Covid disaster in education and the emergence of CRT, DEI, trans appeals, illegal drugs, et al. Minds, thinking has been/is being compromised.
I would only add one additional perspective. You mention the impact of computer/AI as meaning less work effort will be needed (presumably to meet financial needs). My understanding is many jobs will be handled with robots and AI, including a loss of lower level service and unskilled jobs.
to humans. Less jobs for humans, less humans will be needed.
If there are fewer jobs for humans, it would seem to factor into any rethink about optimum population levels in each specific nation.
In re concerns of isolationism- As an aside consider acknowledging a more Westphalian support for other nations. We could be willing to be set out as an example. What we do and how its working. We could be available for questions and potential approaches. Interactions between sovereign Nations for some purposes will have to continue.
With the advent of AI, there won't be jobs for a growing population anyway, so we don't need to replace human workers by influencing women to breed more. The belief that families can live off one paycheck like they did in the '50's, '60's and '70's is not rooted in today's economic reality. So many single people cannot live off of one paycheck and are forced into the gig economy which is a form of indentured servitude. Yes, Europe has high taxes, but their property taxes are so low that a retired person who owns their home, can afford them, so in essence they really do own their home. Lots of retirees in the U.S. in cities they were born in, cannot afford their property taxes on a fixed income. I have witnessed real estate sharks exploit this. Native Americans kept a balance in population growth by using herbs in their family planning protocol. Helping desperate nations is a good thing as long as the help plays out in reality, and donations only act as band-aids that don't address the need for an educated population. Mass immigration has more problems inherent in the phenomenon than simply a numbers game. Immigrants are guests in the host country and there will be friction if they don't assimilate into the host culture leading to resentment and protest in the prevailing culture. Looking inward, the homeless problem is not being dealt with in a humane and practical way, and it is overwhelming, affecting everyone. Lots of corruption in cities, and officials are disappearing the funds allocated to deal with the problem.
We've expanded to, "We're from the global government, and we're here to help." And I anticipate that, as do federal bureaucracies, global government will act in its own best interests, rather than those of constituent quasi-nations.
Human populations evolved and adapted to their environments over hundreds, thousands of years. Land, weather, wildlife, altitude, resources, religion, values, culture..... Travel technology has reduced journeys from weeks/months/years to a matter of hours. But the absurdity, the fallacy of thinking that all will snap into a western mindset or western way of life upon setting foot on the soil of western nations is so dangerous as to be lethal for the new host countries. And I suspect that at least some among the internationalist elites know that. Philanthropy, it seems increasingly obvious to me, cloaks malign intentions.
And when, under the WHO's sought paradigm, they have the power to sweep into a region they deem to be affected, and force their will on a local population, how is that NOT a form of neo-imperialism, after we've all been so indoctrinated with the historical evils of empire?
Enjoyed this article, well thought out. I grinned reading your claim 'I'm not an economist' because most economists aren't either. They've gone to school, read the books, got the degree, but that's no assurance they know the first thing about economics. If the schools teach 'unworkable garbage' then these so-called economists 'got no game.' No matter how eloquently they espouse their theories and number crunch their 'models' they won't work in the real world. You mention Keynes, and I would classify him as a socialist not an economist. He shouted from the rooftops that top down government management (interference) in business and the private economy is the 'answer.' Of course, this is exactly what the power hungry politicians want to hear, hence Keynes was their favorite 'economist' and in their eyes, right about everything. Economic 'number crunching models' are generally useless because they attempt to turn economics into a 'physics' problem, which is a fundamental error. Here's why, the physics world operates on inanimate objects, whereas the economic world is operated on by 'acting' and 'decision making' human beings.
Had a discussion with an opposition and read a couple articles. When one looks at the yearly cost of raising a child, $5000 is a hardly noticeable drop in the first bucket. Further it doesn't reflect the physical and emotional commitments required. Support yes! Dollars dubious.
It was the inane notion that we not only defend europe from the mean old ussr but also be the world's breadbasket that has largely added to the destruction of the small farms. Our loss and really nobody's gain...except the owners of agra monoplies.
Speaking of agra monopolies, does anyone else have experience with CAFOs? (Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations) Even apart from the economic issues, in many states they cause big problems--for example, plaguing neighbors whose ground water becomes contaminated by huge numbers of animals concentrated in one location.
Not to mention the current urban planning trend to do the same with humans--build high rise huge dwelling places, so-called "affordable housing." AKA "smart growth." Shades of Cabrini Green.
Considering the fact that the birth rate in the USA will not sustain the required growth to maintain the economy, speaks volumes of what the problem is. You only need to pay a fee to get married and you are not required to understand the commitment that is being made in the marriage process. President Trump‘s idea of a $5000 credit for mother to become pregnant. Sounds good to me Having , uncontrolled immigration which was horrendous under Biden, pushes us towards the Tower of Babel!
Wow, that's quite a read, and yes I shared it, thanks for the option.
I feel it's all an oversight by them, in the long run. It's counteractive to one degree and to another degree hits their target with "Divide and Conquer" tactics of Nation (religion) against Nation (once again religion) The whole thing feels like "Ethnic Cleansing" and we, the "Westerners", are the ones being "Cleansed" or in a state of redundancy. All the Wars fall into a deliberate act of bringing this about, not just for the plundering of the resources in those Countries....
There is no such thing as "Population Growth" it's a fallacy, there has been and still are too many deaths happening with those wars and the SRmRNA Vaccines, etc etc, with worse to come.
Thank you for sharing! Writing this took pretty much all day.
Thank you taking the time to write this! It's EXCELLENT, and a terrific reply to those who whine about President Trump making cuts to USAID! BTW, I believe that all countries use their "benevolence" for their own advantage.
Excellent article! Thank you.
The so called “elites” are more than welcome to remove themselves and their families for “greater good” 👍
The smaller the better, to a degree, acknowledging the human scale.
Family farms, unable to compete with the conglomerates.
Schools, the movement to consolidate has been an unmitigated disaster, thank you John Dewey and the Education Lobby.
Churches, don’t get me started.
Mom and Pop businesses. Imagine how many small businesses in the last half-century have seen a building going up on the edge of town, only to discover that it was going to be a Walmart, bringing a death knell to their livelihood and eviscerating the very heart(s) of the community.
The Law of Unintended Consequences does raise its ugly head on our grandiose schemes, doesn't it?
That is Capitalism, right? Growth. Expansion. Monopoly. $$$.
Right out of Das Kapital? His critique of capitalism was valid, but the proof is in the pudding that his solution to the problem has been an abject failure. No, the utopia of Marx and Lenin belong in the dustbin of history.
I prefer to look at a successful capitalism as only being possible in a Christian context, where our greed is nipped in the bud at an individual level. Idealistic? Perhaps, but consistent with Adams' view of the necessity of the nation being comprised by a "moral people" - we took a devastating detour somewhere. But all of the "big solutions" don't address our propensity for greed. The will to power problem, coupled with greed, emerges in all top-down systems
It might be more useful to explore the disagreement between Hamilton and Jefferson, the former an advocate for our status quo, while the latter's preference for the success of the small farmer resonates with me. I don't know what our country would look like today if Jefferson's vision had prevailed, but it is a concept worthy of consideration.
53, I've never read Das Kapital, so I can't answer your question. Re: our greed, it is stoked constantly by psychologically persuasive advertising of every kind, everywhere.
You seem to be vexxed by the status quo, similar to the Psalmist in 73, who concluded it was a question of First Principles and priorities:
"But as for me, my feet had almost stumbled;
My steps had nearly slipped.
For I was envious of the boastful,
When I saw the prosperity of the wicked."
After my first child was born, I decided to stay home to raise him. My husband had a higher paying job so he was our sole support. We made do. We got by just fine with less and if I had to do it over, I'd do it again. I'm a firm believer in one parent staying home to raise the children. It doesn't matter which one as long as one of them does.
Enjoyed this article/perspective. I agree with much of what I read. We need to go back to two parent households: a man and a woman. Two responsible adults sharing duties and running a household, not just living under a common roof. I am not on board with Trump paying women to have children - paying them in any form is wrong and not a good use of tax money. (I read something regarding this in an Epoch article) What young people don't realize is love is a decision and a commitment, not always a feeling.
I went back and forth on that. And concluded that if it meant a tax break for a child - it is acceptable. Less taxes = smaller government.
But I agree - a direct payment is a bad idea.
In Hungary if a woman or a family has 4 kids they pay 0 income tax for the rest of their lives.
Victor Orban is a leader of freedom in Europe, and loves his people. He’s protecting them from the globalist EU.
I'm not a moral relativist...the idea of paying those who are already waging population war against West to have more children seems like a bad idea to me. You don't have the West without Christendom.
Yes, I could live with a tax break - but when the parents split, who gets the tax break?
You have outdone yourself....again. Thank you.
While reading this superb essay, I could not help but wonder how many people we will be losing to the COVID experiment on humanity ? In my own little circle of acquaintances I am seeing numerous new illnesses, an explosion of cancers and untimely deaths. The future will give us these answers!
Good job, Dr Malone. You always make us use our brains in ways we might not have anticipated!
My high school is having our 55th reunion this summer. I am on a notice thru the website set up. I got notice of the reunion and along with notice of 2 more fellow students who won't be attending as they are no longer with us. I had some of my closest go just over 3 years ago at the age of 68. Way to young.
“In recent years, immigration has become the primary driver of U.S. population growth, especially as birthrates have declined.”
The U.N. was directly involved in the invasion of our southern border, as their organizations were stationed in Central America providing assistance to those who traveled there from around the world to enter the U.S. through Mexico—they should be held liable.
The main driver of America’s declining population has been abortion—the killing of our unborn children. Since 1973, at least 65 million unborn children have been murdered. That number probably equals the real number of illegal aliens in our nation today. Aborting our own citizens is not only sinful, but criminal, with economic and social ramifications. In reality, it’s a curse on our nation.
Our nation needs a change of heart if we are going to preserve our national sovereignty. It’s a spiritual war being waged on a physical level—it can be won, if we have the will to do so. So far, I’m encouraged.
Your block buster here drives!
To me, your analysis needs to not only be shared but taught. Start in 7th to 8th grade and repeat regularly. This is particularly important after the Covid disaster in education and the emergence of CRT, DEI, trans appeals, illegal drugs, et al. Minds, thinking has been/is being compromised.
I would only add one additional perspective. You mention the impact of computer/AI as meaning less work effort will be needed (presumably to meet financial needs). My understanding is many jobs will be handled with robots and AI, including a loss of lower level service and unskilled jobs.
to humans. Less jobs for humans, less humans will be needed.
If there are fewer jobs for humans, it would seem to factor into any rethink about optimum population levels in each specific nation.
In re concerns of isolationism- As an aside consider acknowledging a more Westphalian support for other nations. We could be willing to be set out as an example. What we do and how its working. We could be available for questions and potential approaches. Interactions between sovereign Nations for some purposes will have to continue.
With the advent of AI, there won't be jobs for a growing population anyway, so we don't need to replace human workers by influencing women to breed more. The belief that families can live off one paycheck like they did in the '50's, '60's and '70's is not rooted in today's economic reality. So many single people cannot live off of one paycheck and are forced into the gig economy which is a form of indentured servitude. Yes, Europe has high taxes, but their property taxes are so low that a retired person who owns their home, can afford them, so in essence they really do own their home. Lots of retirees in the U.S. in cities they were born in, cannot afford their property taxes on a fixed income. I have witnessed real estate sharks exploit this. Native Americans kept a balance in population growth by using herbs in their family planning protocol. Helping desperate nations is a good thing as long as the help plays out in reality, and donations only act as band-aids that don't address the need for an educated population. Mass immigration has more problems inherent in the phenomenon than simply a numbers game. Immigrants are guests in the host country and there will be friction if they don't assimilate into the host culture leading to resentment and protest in the prevailing culture. Looking inward, the homeless problem is not being dealt with in a humane and practical way, and it is overwhelming, affecting everyone. Lots of corruption in cities, and officials are disappearing the funds allocated to deal with the problem.
Very interesting article, thank you. I see moral relativism as a culture and nation killer for the US.
We've expanded to, "We're from the global government, and we're here to help." And I anticipate that, as do federal bureaucracies, global government will act in its own best interests, rather than those of constituent quasi-nations.
Human populations evolved and adapted to their environments over hundreds, thousands of years. Land, weather, wildlife, altitude, resources, religion, values, culture..... Travel technology has reduced journeys from weeks/months/years to a matter of hours. But the absurdity, the fallacy of thinking that all will snap into a western mindset or western way of life upon setting foot on the soil of western nations is so dangerous as to be lethal for the new host countries. And I suspect that at least some among the internationalist elites know that. Philanthropy, it seems increasingly obvious to me, cloaks malign intentions.
And when, under the WHO's sought paradigm, they have the power to sweep into a region they deem to be affected, and force their will on a local population, how is that NOT a form of neo-imperialism, after we've all been so indoctrinated with the historical evils of empire?
Enjoyed this article, well thought out. I grinned reading your claim 'I'm not an economist' because most economists aren't either. They've gone to school, read the books, got the degree, but that's no assurance they know the first thing about economics. If the schools teach 'unworkable garbage' then these so-called economists 'got no game.' No matter how eloquently they espouse their theories and number crunch their 'models' they won't work in the real world. You mention Keynes, and I would classify him as a socialist not an economist. He shouted from the rooftops that top down government management (interference) in business and the private economy is the 'answer.' Of course, this is exactly what the power hungry politicians want to hear, hence Keynes was their favorite 'economist' and in their eyes, right about everything. Economic 'number crunching models' are generally useless because they attempt to turn economics into a 'physics' problem, which is a fundamental error. Here's why, the physics world operates on inanimate objects, whereas the economic world is operated on by 'acting' and 'decision making' human beings.
Had a discussion with an opposition and read a couple articles. When one looks at the yearly cost of raising a child, $5000 is a hardly noticeable drop in the first bucket. Further it doesn't reflect the physical and emotional commitments required. Support yes! Dollars dubious.