Marriage Rights for Singles

In this podcast episode, Keith Wilson explores the idea of introducing marriage rights for singles. He highlights the changing trends in marriage, with heterosexual couples divorcing in large numbers and delaying marriage, while same-sex couples have gained the right to marry. Wilson argues that the benefits of marriage should be extended to single people to address societal issues like fractured families and economic insecurity. He suggests implementing the buddy system, where single people can form mutually acknowledged and co-responsible partnerships that provide many of the advantages of marriage. This alternative could offer flexibility and keep individuals out of trouble.