America’s Declining Birth Rate Has Become A Hot-Button Political Issue—Here’s What To Know
October 3, 2024
Record-low birth rates among American women and an overall decrease in the rate of growth among the world's population has become a hot topic this election cycle—mostly among conservative lawmakers and supporters—as more politicians look to incentivize reproduction with tax benefits, cash payments and federal funding for costly fertility treatments.
Pronatalist advocates who are dedicated to boosting birth rates include Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance, conservative billionaire Elon Musk, several congressional lawmakers and other conservative voices.
