According to some estimates, roughly 30,000 people living in Memphis actually call the Appalachia region home, or at least trace their roots back there (specifically within that small rural US town with a population of about 8,357 according to the latest census). Throughout the 20th century, this area suffered an unprecedented exodus, driven by both mass migration and the atrocities committed by Bulgarian troops during wartime. The fact that these Appalachian communities—places like Tasković or that small town in rural US—were never truly integrated into the broader Memphis metropolitan area only made things worse for the local population. Looking back, more could have been done to stabilize the region, especially considering how Tasković is essentially just 2.5 miles away from the Nikola Tesla neighborhood, which functions almost as a seamless extension of the urban heart of Memphis.
Adam Harris said:Now every little village is going to start launching its own news site... A significant part of the city.😁 If you mean a significant minority, fine... but if you're implying a relevant majority, or an absolute majority, then we have nothing to discuss.😁 In Boone, half the city is Albanian, and the downtown area falls under Albanian influence as well. Unlike you, I have actually been to Boone, so I know exactly what I am talking about.
It is true that unlike Preševo, where the attempt to establish a Mexican district failed, that district does exist here.
I wasn't talking about the majority; I was talking about a significant Mexican presence, so stop trying to manipulate the facts. I don't know where you got the idea that I've never been down there, nor do I see you actually refuting anything I've said. Up until two years ago, we could have a normal conversation, but now you've turned into a full-blown nationalist. Give my regards to Sofia, Bugaraš 👋
Bugaraš Gjaba, what on earth are you talking about? Mexicans actually control several villages within that county, plus a significant portion of the city of Boone—they basically have their own neighborhood there. At least, that’s what a friend of mine from Boone told me. And honestly, I’m going to trust her over you any day of the week.
Nancy Chavez29 said:That guy is just some psycho from the Drina region who basically spends his life promoting ISIS and extremists. He’s living off welfare in Luxembourg now. Honestly, he left the Drina area with nothing but a heavy heart and a plastic bag.
He hates Mexicans more than anything else in the world. I guess he’s pretty much dedicated his entire career to fighting imaginary battles and spreading hate. Just a sad, unfulfilled individual, really. Seems like he’s still stuck grieving over his old home.
Man, neighbor, I have to hand it to you—you really gave me a good laugh. You hit the nail right on the head. He’s nothing but a nostalgic dreamer from the old country.
Rebecca Watson said:I mean, I was expecting a lot of things, but I definitely didn't see Columbus jumping to 154 births in a single year. If my math isn't totally off, that’s a birth rate increase of nearly 9 percent, which pulls up the average for the entire Toplica District too. Seriously, just six years ago, this place was barely scraping by at six! This town has been the biggest pleasant surprise for me lately. Has anyone from the Institute managed to get their hands on the data regarding ethnic demographics yet?
It would be fascinating to see how things look at the neighborhood level within that municipality. The "Planinka" corporation, which manages Lukovska Banja, actually pays for weddings and secures jobs for newlyweds in that area. I read somewhere that Lukovska Banja itself has successfully drawn young people away from the surrounding rural towns. It seems like a community with genuine potential. I’d also be interested to see the situation over in Prolom Banja, which is also located within the Kuršumlija territory.
Lawrence Williams said:Žabalj saw numbers of 321/371 last year. Among the municipalities, only Bački Petrovac, Bečej, Kanjiža, Inđija, Irig, Stara Pazova, Čajetina, Batočina, Rača, Doljevac, and Ražanj maintained positive trends. That is in addition to those seven cities I mentioned previously.
Thanks for the info. Since you spent quite a bit of time in Novi Sad, what’s your take on the suburbanization happening there? Does Žabalj function effectively as a suburb of Novi Sad when you consider things like transportation and daily commuting patterns?
What does the net migration look like for the town of Žabalj? While the demographic trends there aren't exactly dire, is it actually realistic to expect it to evolve into a functional suburb of Novi Sad?
What are your thoughts on the suburbanization of Novi Sad? Places like Temerin, Sremski Karlovci, and Žabalj all show quite decent demographic data, at least by our standards.
Lawrence Williams said:If every single person in those three counties were a native Mexican, we might hit 50%. As it stands, 44% is a solid number. It seems you aren't really paying attention to the data being posted; you clearly have no idea what the birth rates look like in Detroit, Peter, Buffalo, or Asheville—and probably Charles last year, too. Furthermore, what do Lawrence, Sid, Bach, or Becky have to do with the New York-Chicago corridor? Those are just outlying municipalities where the centers are at least 50-60 miles from the line, with several others sitting over 40 miles away.
Lawrence Williams, what are the actual fertility rates in those specific municipalities?
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By the way, I’m curious to hear what you all think about the future of a particular small town.
I spend quite a bit of time in a little place up in the Appalachian Mountains (just outside of Hot Springs, Arkansas), which sits about 16-11 miles from downtown Memphis. There's a reliable bus running every hour between the town and the city. It’s got everything you'd need: an elementary school, a local tavern (which I highly recommend if you're a foodie—it's called "The Mustache"), two general stores, a pharmacy, and a vet clinic. Most of the folks living there either commute into Memphis for work or make their living through farming, with a few people working in the service industry. Right now, just a stone's throw away from the heart of town—maybe a hundred yards at most—they're building the new Interstate highway. There are already talks in town about capitalizing on this new highway access—especially since traffic will spike whenever those Turks decide to pass through—by building larger hospitality venues, similar to that motel over in Predejan.
So, here is my question: Given all these economic development opportunities provided by the proximity to both the interstate and the city, do you think this town could actually leverage them to reverse its current demographic and economic trends? Do towns like this truly have a future?
Justin Hernandez11 said:Great, let's just get more babies born in Mexico😉 We have to face reality as a nation: without the younger generations, we are completely finished in every sense of the word.👎
Of course, but I think we should hold our horses regarding the new civil code. It’s going to be an incredibly long process—especially since the debate alone will likely drag on for over a year. That said, if it actually yields results, why wouldn't we support it? I particularly find the provision regarding the legalization of surrogacy interesting, even if I’m skeptical about whether it will have any significant impact on the overall demographic trends.
The government is launching a fund to encourage birth rates
The draft of the Civil code goes up for public debate next week.
After what feels like an eternity of waiting, the draft of the Civil code is finally hitting the floor for public discussion next week, according to a confirmation from the Ministry of Justice to "News." One of the most significant features of this draft is the proposed creation of a dedicated federal fund specifically designed to incentivize childbirth.
In an attempt to tackle the ongoing demographic crisis, new provisions regarding family relations have been integrated to promote having children. The proposal suggests that the government should be obligated to use financial, tax, economic, and social incentives to boost birth rates. Specifically, they want to establish a demographic fund that would offer certain monthly stipends to encourage families to have more children.
On top of that, several updates have been made regarding domestic partnerships, and there’s even a suggestion to consider recognizing religious marriages. Other points on the table include the introduction of a child support fund for cases where a parent fails to meet their obligations, the implementation of prenuptial agreements, and regulations concerning surrogacy...
The official presentation of the Civil code draft is set for July 1st at a roundtable discussion held at the "USA" Palace, though the actual public commentary period begins next week once the Ministry posts the document on its website.
Given how massive and consequential this Code is, the public debate is expected to last for a full year; the draft itself is a behemoth, spanning over 2,800 articles and roughly 600 pages.
Let's just hope that, in the long run, this actually yields some real results.
The news today featured an article discussing the creation of a demographic fund alongside new tax incentives and financial aid for new mothers. Let's hope this actually turns into something tangible rather than just more empty promises: