What do we expect to happen if the current trend continues unchecked?

Does it represent healthy competition and improve proposal quality?

Does it unfairly target younger researchers?

Does it reduce the number of scientists in the field?

Does it favor large projects over small projects? Is that good or bad?

What anecdotal information is available reflecting the effect of grant funding trends?

Does anecdotal information confirm or refute the view that young researchers are dissuaded from staying in astronomy because of the grant funding trends?