Conservatives' Higher Birthrates Point To Future Political Dominance

Birthrates are declining across the developed world, but the drop is disproportionately affecting progressive leftists. Conservative fertility rates are significantly higher, leading to a potential shift in the political landscape. This trend is evident in state-level data, with Republican-majority states showing higher birthrates. Studies indicate that these differences are not simply due to people becoming more conservative after having children, but reflect varying aspirations for parenthood. The conservative population already has a numerical advantage, further amplified by the birthrate disparity. While parental influence isn't absolute, political leanings tend to shape offspring's views. Immigration, which could potentially offset these trends, is currently slowing, if not reversing. Factors such as differing attitudes towards family structures and climate concerns play a role the declining birth rates in the progressive left. Self-defeating dating choices and political polarization also contribute to the reproductive divide. This shift in demographics suggests a potential rightward shift in politics in the coming decades.