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Elon Musk's Pronatalist Push Fuels Debate Over Family, Ethics, and Demographics

Musk's efforts to counter fertility decline with high-tech reproduction and multi-partner parenting spark polarized reactions and concerns for child well-being.

Photo collage of Elon Musk showing off a box full of white, blonde baby dolls, piled in a huge stack.
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Overview

  • Elon Musk has fathered at least 14 children with four women, using IVF, surrogacy, and potentially genetic selection, with reports suggesting the number may be higher.
  • Musk links his growing family to his ambitions for humanity's survival on Earth and Mars, calling his children his 'legion' and advocating for higher birth rates globally.
  • Conservative figures praise Musk's pronatalist example, citing evolutionary theory and concerns about declining fertility rates in developed nations.
  • Experts warn that children from non-intact or polygamous families face higher risks of emotional, social, and academic challenges, questioning the stability of Musk's family structure.
  • Critics argue Musk's demographic projections are flawed, emphasizing that individual efforts cannot significantly impact global population trends.