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Old 03-30-2009, 09:24 PM   #38
RaKaR
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Default Re: END POPULATION EXPLOSION (petition)

Dear Steve_G,

With 'could' and 'would' not much has been so far achieved, i am afraid.


IS IT SELFISH TO HAVE MORE THAN TWO CHILDREN?

By Margaret Ryan
BBC News

"Is having more than two children selfish? The future of the planet rarely plays a part when planning a family, but that's got to change, say environmental campaigners.
Parents who have more than two children are "irresponsible" for placing an intolerable burden on resources and increasing damage to eco-systems, says a leading green campaigner.
Curbing population growth through contraception must play a role in fighting global warming, argues Jonathon Porritt.

This week, the Optimum Population Trust (OPT), of which Mr Porrit is a patron, launched its "Stop at Two" online pledge to encourage couples to limit their family's size."
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http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/magazine/7884138.stm


Namaste.



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