What Is Our Demographic Destiny?
the whole truth with david eisenhower

The French philosopher Auguste Comte is often quoted as having said, "Demography is destiny." Even if that is an overstatement, certainly demography is important-to the development of communities, economies, nations, and ultimately the entire human race. Today, demographic trends seem to be moving in what would have even very recently been considered a surprising direction-aging and declining populations. What will that mean in the later years of the 21st century? Guests: Dr. Darrell Bricker, CEO, Ipsos Public Affairs; Dr. Zachary Karabell, President, River Twice Research.

Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 505

About The Whole Truth with David Eisenhower:

THE WHOLE TRUTH is neither a traditional one-on-one interview show nor a conventional round-table program.

It's a six-part series that aims to uncover the reality behind today's toughest issues, leaving the partisan noise-making out of the equation.

Hosted by David Eisenhower - noted historian and author, professor at the Annenberg School of Communications at the University of Pennsylvania, and grandson and namesake of President Dwight D.

Eisenhower - the series tackles some of the weightiest public affairs topics of our time, with a focus that's global and long-term in scope.

Eisenhower's approach to political debate is rigorous, intense and insightful.

Each half-hour episode features a different panel of guests presenting varying points of view to help viewers understand all sides of the issue.

The format of the show is a three-step that includes an introduction to the topic or "the case," cross-examination and oral arguments, and a summary of "the whole truth."




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