Mostly for politicians. Be very careful of lies and threats, especially a combination of both in bluffs. In a position of strength like Reagan's "space wars" one may win. In weaker position like Biden on economy/fuel costs, one may lose big.

The declining birthrate in Russia have been building for years, same with Europe and more recently US. What countries have rising birthrate? Not allies.

https://hotair.com/ed-morrissey/2022...itment-n470818