Honored To Have A Great Family In Spite Of Some Differences

Most of us have some significant family strife. For whatever reason, in spite of such, I have been honored to have a close, loving family. I wish others would have such an experience. Peace to all.

Family Values

Is Shedding Of So-Called "Family Values" Harmful?

The Religious Right laments the changing social landscape in the USA, which includes accepting of divorce, contraception, abortion and LGBT rights.  They see it as an attack on "Family Values" and "Religious Freedom."  What is the truth regarding the effects of these changes?   While it is true that the percentage of people married in the USA has been decreasing over the last several decades, what negative effects can the Religious Right point to?  Following are data showing societal trends in important categories: