75% of Indiana's rural counties face population decline, leading to economic stagnation and drug use.

Indiana's rural areas face a significant population decline, with nearly 75% of counties expected to lose residents or grow minimally over the next few decades. This trend, driven by the migration of educated individuals, results in lower education levels and poorer health among remaining residents, exacerbating economic stagnation and drug use. State policies have failed to address the issue, leading to calls for international immigration as a solution to revitalize these communities.

September 25, 2024
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