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Why US laws must expand beyond the nuclear family | Diana Adams

Jun 22, 2024

Diana Adams, a lawyer and LGBTQIA advocate, calls for a reimagining of family laws in the US. She argues that the nuclear family model is outdated and outlines how diverse family structures deserve equal legal rights. Through engaging narratives, she highlights the importance of chosen families, particularly within marginalized communities. Adams emphasizes that embracing a broader definition of family could enhance relationships and offer vital support systems, paving the way for inclusive policies that reflect modern realities.

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Intro

4min

Redefining Family: Expanding Legal Recognition Beyond the Nuclear Model

6min

Redefining Family: Support Beyond the Nuclear Model

3min

Redefining Family: Embracing Chosen Connections and Co-Parenting Agreements

4min

Redefining Family Structures

6min

Expanding Legal Definitions of Family

2min

The nuclear family model may no longer be the norm in the US, but it's still the basis for social and economic benefits like health care, tax breaks and citizenship. Lawyer and LBGTQIA advocate Diana Adams believes that all families, regardless of biological relationship or legal marriage, are deserving of equal legal rights and recognition. They present a vision for how US laws can benefit all families -- from same-sex bonds to multi-parent partnerships -- and explain how a more inclusive definition of family could strengthen your relationships and community.

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