Futurists don't consider overpopulation one of the issues of the future. They consider it the issue of the future.
Interpretation
Futurists view overpopulation as a primary challenge for society and the world ahead.
In this quote, Dan Brown expresses the perspective of futurists who believe that overpopulation will be the central issue influencing humanity's future. Rather than seeing it as just one of many problems, they argue that it will profoundly impact various aspects of life, resources, and the environment, emphasizing the need for proactive solutions.
In practice
At a climate change conference, one might use this quote to emphasize the urgency of addressing overpopulation.
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