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The Abolition of Marriage

Having failed to legalize gay marriage almost everywhere by democratic means, a proposed new approach by its advocates is to revoke marriage rights for heterosexuals, in a kind of retaliatory equalization. In effect, the idea is to abolish the legal … Continue reading

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Oral Nonsex

I recall it being reported at the height of the sordid and tedious Monica Lewinsky scandal, that Bill Clinton personally felt he had not violated his wedding vows because in his view, receiving fellatio did not constitute adultery. Evidently Clinton … Continue reading

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Marital Advice from Todd Palin

Sound recommendation I’d say: “I should’ve asked a few more questions when Sarah joined the PTA. When my wife starts talking about reform, corruption and making government work for the American people, it’s best to just move out of the … Continue reading

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With This Ring

What attracted you to your spouse?  Was it his devilish sense of humor?  Her warmth and abilities to be a fine mother?  His strength and intelligence?  Her beauty and sexiness? Today, we find couples tying the knot for another reason:  … Continue reading

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Did You Know John Edwards Had A Love-Baby?

I’m honestly kind of surprised that people are surprised John Edwards had an affair on his cancer-ridden wife and fathered a baby. I mean, I know that’s something we thought was limited only to Republicans like Newt Gingrich and Rudy … Continue reading

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And You Think the Housing Market is Tough?

Oy! Just as the economy is headed to recession, the shidduch system is in crisis mode. Or so the rabbis moan, noting the surplus of women eager to marry and the corresponding shortfall in the quality and quantity of available … Continue reading

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