Progressives to blame for New York’s upcoming significant decrease
Drastic decrease in size.
A shocking new study warns of this bleak future for New York’s population if current trends persist.
If Albany fails to address its progressive mismanagement, the state will soon be a mere shadow of its former self.
Cornell University experts predict a potential decline of up to 2 million people over the next 25 years, reducing the total population from 19.7 million to less than 17 million.
The researchers attribute this to the lack of new arrivals to offset lower birth rates and mortality rates: “Domestic migration patterns are the main driver of population changes in New York.”
The implications for the state are grim:
* Loss of representation in Congress, leading to reduced influence over federal policies affecting New York.
* Decreased federal funding based on population numbers.
* Negative impact on businesses and employment opportunities.
* Decline in tax revenue for both the city and the state.
All of this follows a continuous pattern of net out-migration that has plagued the state for decades.
In the 1940s, New York held 45 seats in the House, reflecting its share of the national population; today it only has 26 seats — with a likelihood of dropping to 23 after the 2030 Census.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, from April 2020 to July 2022, New York City alone saw nearly half a million individuals leave, amounting to a 5.3% decrease in population, as reported by state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli.
Some residents have returned, but others have left for good.
Meanwhile, states like Florida and Texas experienced population growth during this period, as did the entire nation.
Why is New York losing ground?
It’s simple: Progressives continue to raise taxes and allow crime and lawlessness to prevail.
Public schools in the state are failing to provide students with essential knowledge.
Just recently, Governor Hochul announced plans to reintroduce congestion pricing — a burdensome, multibillion-dollar tax on motorists in Midtown Manhattan.
This comes after a $1.1 billion tax increase a couple of years ago and a $4 billion hit in 2021.
Meanwhile, felonies remain about a third higher than pre-pandemic levels.
Drug addicts are scattered across the streets.
Criminal elements are running rampant.
Despite New York spending more per student than any other state, only about half of third to eighth grade students were deemed “proficient” in standardized tests, according to data released on Thursday.
The progressive agenda is evidently driving people away.
If not addressed promptly, it could lead to the downfall of New York.
