UNDERNEWS: Silly stuff

February 15, 2020

Silly stuff

WCAX, Alabama An Alabama state representative has proposed a bill that would require a man to undergo a vasectomy at age 50 or after he has fathered a specific number of children. HB 238, filed by Rep. Rolanda Hollis (D-Birmingham), would require a man to undergo a vasectomy after the birth of his third biological child or within one month of his 50th birthday. The bill also says the procedure would be done at the man’s own expense.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...: I don't think it's generally silly, as we are enduring overpopulation. Note the former Chinese one child law.

Capitalism requires an increasing population, so it's unlikely to be instituted until AGWarmong causes mass deaths, disruption, etc. Of course, I support gradualism, e.g. no tax deduction for children, free and on demand abortion, etc.

bc hopes he lives long enough for there be no climate deniers, and effective measures instituted to reduce CO2 emissions, etc.; February 15, 2020 at 5:57 PM

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