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“Licences to have babies incidentally is something that I got in trouble for some years ago for suggesting even in Canada that this might be necessary at some point, at least some restriction on the right to have a child.” quote by Maurice Strong
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“Licences to have babies incidentally is something that I got in trouble for some years ago for suggesting even in Canada that this might be necessary at some point, at least some restriction on the right to have a child.”

Maurice Strong

About This Quote

The speaker argues for some regulation on the right to have children, suggesting that societal or environmental concerns may justify restrictions.

In simple terms: Calls for possible limits on having children due to broader concerns.

Key Takeaway

Consider ethical limits on reproductive rights.

Themes

population ethics environmental policy human rights

Mood

thoughtful controversial

Type

ethical political

When to use this quote

  • legislative debates
  • family planning counseling
  • environmental advocacy

Key Concepts

bioethics public policy demographic planning

Questions to Reflect On

  • Should society limit reproductive choices?
  • What criteria justify such limits?
A Different Perspective

Restrictions may conflict with personal freedoms.

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