Dossier
Deborah Mahler
Coverage of Deborah Mahler in the Nexus archive.
- In more states, older people outnumber children
In 17 U.S. states, older adults now outnumber children, with Catron County, New Mexico, serving as a microcosm of this demographic shift. The county faces challenges like limited healthcare access and a shrinking workforce, reflecting national concerns about aging populations and Social Security sustainability.
- In more states, including Pennsylvania, older people outnumber children
Catron County, New Mexico, exemplifies a national trend where 17 states now have more adults over 65 than children under 18. Challenges include limited healthcare access and a shrinking tax base, prompting legislative efforts in states like Wisconsin and New Mexico to support aging populations.