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In reply to the discussion: On DU's population aging, and change to DU... [View all]Farmer-Rick
(10,135 posts)It's not just DU. It's throughout the developed world. Look at the ageing population in Germany and Japan.
Whenever women are allowed education and to control their own bodies, then populations get older. It is because women are not having as many children because it is the smart thing to do for them. It saves money, saves a mother's body, stops overpopulation and gives parents time to focus on the children they do have and want.
Second, I dare you young whippersnappers to go further left than I am. I dare you...go there. I'm a socialist, atheist, pro student loan forgiveness, pro Bernie and the Squad, to name just a few left positions. I have been waiting for the younger generation to catch up with me for the last 30 years. And now I'm seeing a glimmer of what a young leftist should be.
Yeah, here on DU you have to argue your opinions. There are a few folks here who I suspect would be better off watching Fox, but the majority will listen to a good argument and just need to get better information.
So, if you're young and want a more liberal DU, argue your case stand your position. There's a lot you can defend without stepping on the 3rd rails on DU like bashing Biden or Hillary.
Alert on those members who bash Bernie and the Squad. Those folks don't have anymore right to bash Democratic Leaders then folks who bash Biden or Hillary. That's what the rules say. Make DU live up to their rules if you feel it is unfair.