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>>many of the primitive desires can be satisfied by effectively 'cheating' the system.<< Porn and casual sex are equivalent to using drugs to give yourself the illusion of well-being. They're ok in moderation, but these cheaters are 'cheating' themselves in terms of biological success if they don't have kids. >>The population in poorer parts of the world is still growing exponentially, but the birth rate in rich western countries is well below replacement level.<< Some poor countries are growing fast, but the US is at replacement level (2.08 children per woman), while Russia, for example is a relative basket case at 1.27. >>This is not because of any lack of freedom to fulfill their genetic function, but precisely because they do have the freedom to make their own decisions, and to control their fertility.<< You seem to be saying that we have only survived because we didn't have abortion and birth control measures in the past. Are you saying that state-imposed no-fault marriage does not represent "any lack of freedom"? And what about all those taxes and all that legislation? >>Libertarians generally avoid making moral judgements (beyond the obligation to not steal).<< Why only stealing? Are you speaking as a libertarian or as a member of the Party?
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