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Can a friend be our most significant other?

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

CHAPTER

Redefining Relationships Beyond Marriage

Exploring the historical context of marriage in government programs, this chapter discusses the societal roles of marriage, caregiving, and dependency. It delves into the inequities between marriage and deep friendships, advocating for legal alternatives based on caregiving and economic interdependence. The conversation extends to assigning different rights and responsibilities to individuals beyond traditional norms, considering policies that accommodate various types of committed relationships.

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