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Interesting. How exactly is bringing "ideology" inherently weakening one's position? Are you not smuggling ideology in your position? It is all ideology when we are engaged in a discussion of this nature. When talking about societal/cultural norms and which ones work, don't work, what is...

Interesting you mention Scandanavian countries. Their cradle to grave welfare programs render marriages obsolete. You are correct. Couples "marry" and have kids but have no obligation to maintain the relationship. However, essentially individuals become wedded to the state. Personally I would...

Sure, there are economic benefits in marrying but that is not the sole reason for the institution of marriage. It is to start a family which is the foundation of society. Divorce and family breakdowns bring more hardship on society so it is not a frivolous venture. If people are marrying for...

Don't disagree people get married for the wrong reasons but this isn't really the issue for you, is it? You already have a low opinion of marriage so people should be factoring that in before taking your advice on it. Marriage is essentially for starting families and is a lifelong commitment...