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Girl shortage in China
I have always thought that this is a problem that will eventually solve itself. When girls are scarce, they will become a very valued commodity. Furthermore, if parents have only one child each it seems logical that daughters will be raised to take care of their parents as they age as well as sons. I think it is ultimately most insulting to women to think that they would not assume that responsibility. If married couples are struggling to care for both sets of parents the pressure will be put on society for financial relief.