Phillip Longman
Demographer and journalist
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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April 21st, 1961 65 years ago
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Italian actress in well-known films
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April 21st, 1930 96 years ago
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