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In 1984, when I was 26 years old, I realized that the ecological and socialogical problems we were facing at that time and into the future were largely connected to overpopulation.  Even though I love children, and dreamed of having two someday, I voluntarily chose not to.  Given the evidence of the effect of overpopulation on the planet it was the right choice. 

One thing I have found that conservatives and liberals have in common is that they all feel they have a god given right to procreate.  Conservatives may drive Hummvies and liberals may drive hybrids, but suggest to either that they limit themselves to two children and they'll try to run you over.

The Earth is a living organism.  We are like living cells.  In balance we are of benefit to the Earth.  When a cell goes out of control it becomes a cancer.  As we are now we are like a cancer on the Earth.  The Earth will find a way to cure itself, whether it is global warming or AIDS, or something else.

As with all human endeavors just because you can do something doesn't mean you should.

posted 2 years, 5 months ago
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