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Worse than merely ignoring the issue is the emergence of a fearful world. In this scenario, personal freedoms associated with family planning could be stripped away, reminiscent of historical accounts such as Nicolae Ceaușescu's regime in Romania. The coercive policies of such times may reappear, stifling individual choice and leading to societal discord and divisiveness regarding immigration and resource allocation.
As demographics shift, global cooperation could degrade, making it more challenging to address pressing issues like climate change or public health crises. The transition towards a fearful world could stifle progress and sow division.