Discussion: Pronatalism, AKA The Breeder Movement
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Pronatalism, or simply natalism, is the idea that reproduction is a desirable and virtuous life goal. And not only that we should have children, but that we should have many of them. In practice natalism can be implemented politically via government programs such as baby bonuses or tax breaks that encourage reproduction, via religious dogma such as the Christian Quiverfull movement, or you can take on the project yourself, as some tech billionaires have done with children numbering in the double digits and names that nobody can pronounce.
Proponents have different reasons to argue in favour of natalism. Economic pragmatists argue that we need an ever-growing population to maintain our demographic pyramid and ensure that we have enough young workers to support our aging retired population. But the movement also appeals to racists, eugenicists and anti-feminists. Some natalists believe that it's their duty to have many children and ensure the spread of their genes, lest they be outbred and replaced by inferior groups. Some see it through the lens of outdated gender stereotypes that say a man should make his professional success out in the world, and a woman should make her domestic success in the home.
Those opposed might argue that everyone should make their own choice about how many children they wish to have, or that we have more than enough humans on Earth and we are already straining our planet's resources. Some hardcore antinatalists argue that life is suffering, and it's unethical to birth new humans into this prison of existence without their consent.
Are you a natalist, or an antinatalist? Or do you think we should touch grass and let everyone decide for themselves? What do you think about the pronatalist movement?
Join us for fun, friendly and substantive discussion about the important topics of the day.
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Everyone will be invited to share their opinion, share relevant facts and reasoning, and respond to the views of others.
Our moderator will ensure that everyone has equal opportunity to speak and that dialogue will be kept respectful. All viewpoints are welcome. After the event, you are invited to stay for friendly, informal discussion if you wish.
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Suggested Reading
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natalism
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antinatalism
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quiverfull
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Latecomers
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Discussion: Pronatalism, AKA The Breeder Movement