by Ram ben Ze'ev
In recent decades, many policies supported by the political Left have been framed as advocating for personal freedom and equality. However, a closer examination reveals that these initiatives contribute to a larger, more sinister objective: the discouragement of childbirth. By promoting birth control, advocating for abortion, encouraging women to prioritize careers over family, and introducing policies that may indirectly harm fertility, these measures collectively contribute to a decline in population growth. This article will critically examine how these policies align with the broader agenda of reducing childbirth, whether intentionally or not.
One of the most visible policies promoted by the Left is the widespread availability and promotion of birth control. While birth control is often advocated as a means of giving women control over their reproductive choices, its broader implications are rarely discussed. The primary function of birth control is to prevent pregnancy, which, when normalized on a large scale, directly reduces birth rates.
Moreover, birth control comes with environmental consequences that further impact fertility. Synthetic hormones, particularly estrogen from contraceptive pills, find their way into water sources through human waste. Multiple studies have shown that these hormones have a feminizing effect on fish and other aquatic life, disrupting their reproductive systems. This raises concerns that estrogen in the water supply may also negatively affect human fertility. While some researchers suggest that the levels in drinking water are not high enough to cause widespread harm, the long-term exposure to these contaminants poses serious risks to human reproductive health.
The Left's promotion of birth control goes beyond individual freedom and serves as a tool for curbing population growth. By providing widespread access to contraception, often with taxpayer funding, these policies make it easier for individuals to avoid having children. When combined with the environmental impacts of synthetic hormones, it becomes clear that birth control not only prevents childbirth directly but may also contribute to broader fertility issues.
The widespread use of estrogen-based birth control also carries significant health risks that are often downplayed or overlooked. Studies have shown that long-term use of hormonal contraceptives, particularly those containing estrogen, can increase a woman's risk of developing certain health conditions. One of the most concerning risks is the potential link between estrogen-based birth control and breast cancer. Research suggests that women who use these contraceptives for extended periods may have a higher risk of developing breast cancer due to prolonged exposure to synthetic hormones. Other health risks associated with estrogen-based birth control include an increased likelihood of blood clots, stroke, and cardiovascular problems, especially for women who smoke or have a history of these conditions. Despite these dangers, the promotion of hormonal birth control continues to be a key policy of the Left, contributing both to population control and health complications for women.
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Abortion is another key issue championed by the Left, and its promotion serves as a significant factor in the prevention of childbirth. Advocates argue that access to abortion is essential for women’s rights, but the broader effect is a decrease in the number of children born. Millions of pregnancies are terminated each year through abortion, directly reducing the population.
The Left’s push for the normalization of abortion often includes downplaying the ethical concerns surrounding the procedure, focusing instead on “choice.” By framing abortion as a matter of personal freedom, the movement has made it more socially acceptable to end pregnancies rather than carry them to term. This, in turn, contributes to a decline in the birth rate, as more pregnancies are terminated before they result in childbirth.
Approximately 12 to 15 million abortions are performed annually across the globe. In the Western world specifically, which includes North America, Europe, Australia, and parts of Latin America, the figure is lower but still significant. For example:
In the United States, around 900,000 abortions are performed each year.
In Europe, countries like the UK, France, and Germany report tens of thousands to several hundred thousand abortions annually, depending on the nation. For instance, doctors in the UK perform around 200,000 abortions per year.
Taken together, the number of abortions performed annually in the Western world likely ranges from 2 to 3 million, though this can vary based on country-specific reporting practices and access to abortion services.
The normalization of abortion is a key element in a broader agenda to reduce the population. Women often use abortion as their primary method of birth control, and by encouraging abortion access and promoting it as a solution to unplanned pregnancies, the Left helps facilitate the reduction of the next generation. This policy, like the promotion of birth control, is seen by some as part of an overarching strategy to reduce the number of births in the population.
A key aspect of modern Leftist thought is the encouragement of women, especially young women, to prioritize education and career advancement over starting a family. Feminist movements, supported by left-leaning political groups, have pushed the idea that fulfillment and happiness and success come from professional achievement, rather than from family life and motherhood. This narrative has led many young women to delay childbirth, often until it becomes biologically more difficult or less desirable.
The promotion of careerism over family life has had a profound impact on societal norms, contributing to the trend of declining birth rates in many developed countries. Women are increasingly waiting until their late 30s or 40s to have children, if they choose to have them at all. Fertility naturally declines with age, and many women who delay childbirth face difficulties conceiving or may choose to forgo parenthood entirely.
This emphasis on careers over family aligns with the broader agenda of reducing population growth. By encouraging young women to focus on their professional lives, the Left shifts the societal expectation away from early family formation. This cultural change results in fewer children being born, as women prioritize career success and personal fulfillment over motherhood.
While birth control and abortion are direct methods of reducing childbirth, other policies advocated by the Left have more indirect effects on fertility. For instance, environmental regulations that limit industrial pollution may have unintended consequences, such as increasing reliance on certain chemicals and technologies that affect reproductive health.
Additionally, the Left’s approach to healthcare often includes pushing for treatments and medications that can disrupt hormonal balances. There is growing concern that certain chemicals, including those used in birth control and other pharmaceuticals, are contaminating the water supply and negatively impacting human fertility. While the Left champions environmental protection and healthcare access, these policies may, in fact, be contributing to a decline in fertility rates.
While these policies are often framed as promoting individual freedom and equality, they may serve a broader purpose: population control. Birth control, abortion, and the promotion of careers over family all work together to reduce the number of children born. These policies are not just about empowering individuals, but about shaping society in a way that limits population growth.
Population control has long been a controversial topic, and while it is rarely discussed openly in mainstream political discourse, it is worth considering whether these policies are part of a larger effort to manage or reduce population numbers. With the global population projected to reach unsustainable levels, some policymakers may view these initiatives as necessary for environmental and economic reasons.
While the Left frames many of its policies as promoting individual rights and equality, a closer examination reveals that they contribute to a broader trend of reducing childbirth. From the widespread promotion of birth control and abortion to the encouragement of careerism over family life, these policies discourage childbearing in both direct and indirect ways.
These policies are intentionally designed to result in a decline in the birth rate, aligning with broader goals of population control. Taken together, these initiatives represent a deliberate effort to prevent childbirth and shape societal values in a way that prioritizes personal autonomy at the expense of family and future generations.
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Bill White (Ram ben Ze'ev) is CEO of WireNews Limited, Mayside Partners Limited, MEADHANAN Agency, Kestrel Assets Limited, SpudsToGo Limited and Executive Director of Hebrew Synagogue