Evolution of Demographic Thought and Concern for Human Well-bein

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Demographic Human Well Concern Evolutions
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    Asad Shah July 25, 2021 11:38 PM PDT 2 likes

    Demography has been detached from political theory and political economy, and population is now considered a part of the problem. A new chapter emphasising the economic value of a population is emerging, but the approach needs to be people-centric.

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    Louise Gonzales July 25, 2021 11:38 PM PDT 2 likes

    Demography’s virtue lies in widening human freedom and enhancing capability — the very essence of human well-being. Since the beginning of human civilization, human well-being has been a concern of social and political thinkers.

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    Asad Shah September 9, 2021 8:11 AM PDT 2 likes
    Sandra Kingsley said:

    Demography has been detached from political theory and political economy, and population is now considered a part of the problem. A new chapter emphasising the economic value of a population is emerging, but the approach needs to be people-centric.

     

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    Gene Brooks November 18, 2021 10:04 PM PST 0 likes
    Sandra Kingsley said:

    Demography has been detached from political theory and political economy, and population is now considered a part of the problem. A new chapter emphasising the economic value of a population is emerging, but the approach needs to be people-centric.


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    Larry Mack November 18, 2021 11:13 PM PST 0 likes
    Sandra Kingsley said:
    Demography has been detached from political theory and political economy, and population is now considered a part of the problem. A new chapter emphasising the economic value of a population is emerging, but the approach needs to be people-centric.

    What you said