[eeZah7Ux]

Nothing in life is due to us. There is no "deserve".

Also, you are painting a false dichotomy between "rich" and "poor". A lot of middle and lower class people can raise healthy and happy children unless they have problems with mental health / violence / substance abuse & so on.

> taking away the only joy in some people's lives

Looking at children as a source of joy instead of a recipient of unconditional care and effort sounds very narcissistic.

[delerio]

I don't understand your point. Many people find joy in raising children, it fulfills a purpose in their life. Not everyone does, but many do. There is a biological desire to procreate and continue the species.

[wolfgke]

> Many people find joy in raising children, it fulfills a purpose in their life. Not everyone does, but many do.

Many people find joy in other expensive hobbies, too. The difference is: Doing such a different expensive hobby won't make someone who you produced suffer because you lack the necessary financial backing.