To many observers, America’s place in the world is almost certain to erode in the decades ahead. Yet if we look beyond the short-term hardship, there are many reasons to believe that America will remain ascendant well into the middle decades of this century.
And one important reason is people.
From 2000 to 2050, the U.S. will add another 100 million to its population, based on census and other projections, putting the country on a growth track far faster than most other major nations in the world. And with that growth — driven by a combination of higher fertility rates and immigration — will come a host of relative economic and social benefits.
Yeah, I saw that. It was interesting. I did wonder though whether or not we’d all have to stand back to back or if we’d...
I entirely agree, I’m very glad to see some optimism on the topic. Did you see my post up the other day on the fact that...
riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiight. i’m going to go with other rebloggers when they point out that a big population means less...
Because over-population is super fun! :D (Also, population size does not equal power.)
Shit, I’m moving to Japan. さよなら!
There won’t be any economic or social benefits if the immigrants coming here remain illegal… Unless we make it easier...
THE COUNTRY IS GONNA BE BROWN! OH, NO! It’s been a long time coming, baby.
Word to this. Also, the author of this article taught a class I took in January.