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The conversation about global population dynamics isn't novel; it dates back to thinkers like Paul Ehrlich, who warned of a population bomb in his 1968 book, "The Population Bomb." His predictions, rooted in the belief that excessive population growth would outpace food production leading to widespread famine and societal collapse, sparked fear and concern. Yet, contrary to these doomsday scenarios, human ingenuity and technological advancements ultimately countered the crises, leading to significant economic growth and improved living standards around the globe.