Phillip Longman
Demographer and journalist
Born
April 21st, 1956
69 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A German-American demographer and journalist, contributed to the understanding of demographic trends in the United States. Worked for the New America Foundation and expressed views on population issues and their impacts on society. Authored several books, with significant attention given to the book 'The Empty Cradle', which discusses declining birth rates and its implications. Applied demographic insights to a variety of public policy discussions, focusing on social security and economic sustainability.
Authored 'The Empty Cradle'
Contributed to New America Foundation
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