Why do you think world hunger and overpopulation are linked ?

🤔our professor argues there is a link, I don't think so...

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GlassDog · 46-50, M

A lot of studies show that family size comes down when people are lifted out of poverty, get education, and have prospects. By not lifting people out of poverty, we are actually making the problem worse in the long run because a greater number of children will be born in poverty and the resources of the world will be further stretched.

revenant · F

@GlassDog I think values shift.

GlassDog · 46-50, M

@revenant Pretty sure that's the case. I remember the willingness to accept death (another factor for large family sizes) in LDCs with strong religious beliefs.

revenant · F

@GlassDog that and what Rhodesian said. Western families place more importance on their children, their education, welfare, future etc too as they become wealthier.