One Billion Americans

America's population has been stagnant for too long. To remain competitive in the global marketplace, we need to grow our population and adapt to changing circumstances. In "One Billion Americans", Matthew Yglesias argues that this is not only necessary but also desirable. By embracing massive population growth, we can support parents and children, welcome immigrants and their contributions, and explore creative policies that drive growth. Yglesias draws on examples from around the world to show that it is possible to achieve these goals while taking the problems of decline seriously. He presents a radical yet logical argument for why we must think bigger and make the most of our population's potential. With analytic rigor and imagination, he challenges readers to consider the benefits of a growing population and the need for innovative solutions. By exploring creative policies such as improved education, revitalized welfare, and climate change mitigation, Yglesias issues a challenge to rethink our approach to national prosperity. "One Billion Americans" is a thought-provoking book that invites readers to think bigger about America's future.