Impact of Politics on Fertility Decisions

What was the observed trend in fertility rates in Republican areas compared to Democratic areas between 2016 and 2018?

• Fertility rates fell less in Republican areas.

• Fertility rates fell more in Republican areas.

• Fertility rates increased in both areas equally.

• Fertility rates remained constant in both areas.

How did the fertility trends change after Joe Biden took office?

• The fertility gap between Democratic and Republican areas widened.

• Fertility rates decreased in Republican areas only.

• The fertility gap between Democratic and Republican areas stopped diverging.

• Fertility rates increased in Democratic areas only.

What is one potential reason for the fertility trends observed during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• Democrats had more children due to increased confidence.

• Republicans restricted their behavior more than Democrats.

• Both parties had similar fertility trends during the pandemic.

• Democrats restricted their behavior more than Republicans.

What is necessary to determine the true cause of the fertility trend changes?

• Immediate policy changes by the government.

• Further monitoring of fertility data in the coming years.

• A complete reversal of the current trends.

• An increase in birth rates across all areas.

What would strengthen the case that politics affects procreation?

• If there is no change in fertility trends.

• If the fertility gap remains constant.

• If the fertility gap grows again with Trump back in office.

• If the fertility gap decreases further.