Melissa Kearney, an economist specializing in economic demography, discusses the terrifying impact of single-parent households. Topics include worsening class divides, challenges faced by children growing up with one parent, decline in American marriage rates, downstream effects of single-parent households, correlation with declining birthrates, and potential solutions to the issue.

Melissa Kearney, an Economics professor and author of "The Two-Parent Privilege," joins Abby McCloskey, a seasoned policy advisor, and Philip Cohen, a sociology professor, to discuss the evolving role of marriage in America. They explore how marriage trends correlate with family structure and economic inequality. The conversation highlights that while two-parent families often provide advantages, the quality of parenting is crucial. They also delve into how government policies can impact family dynamics and suggest the need for systemic reforms to support diverse family models.

Melissa Kearney, an esteemed economics professor at the University of Maryland, delves into the pressing issues surrounding family structures and social inequality. She discusses how the decline in marriage and the rise of single-parent households have profound impacts on children, particularly in terms of poverty and social mobility. The conversation also highlights societal stigma surrounding single motherhood and advocates for more discourse on strengthening family units to enhance children's outcomes. Kearney emphasizes the importance of addressing economic challenges and supporting two-parent households.

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Melissa Kearney, author of 'The Two Parent Privilege,' discusses the benefits of growing up with two parents compared to single-parent households. The podcast explores the economic advantages, societal implications, and the importance of traditional family values in children's upbringing.