A (possibly controversial) poll question on marriage

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The discussion centers on the idea that individuals in economically advanced societies should not marry before the age of 25. The argument is based on the belief that young people lack sufficient life experience and maturity to make such a significant commitment. Personal anecdotes highlight the challenges faced by those who married young, suggesting a correlation between early marriage and higher divorce rates. However, some participants argue that age alone should not dictate marriage readiness; instead, the quality and duration of the relationship are more critical factors. They point out that marrying younger can have advantages, such as starting families earlier and growing together as a couple. The conversation also touches on the implications of societal expectations around marriage and the importance of individual circumstances. Ultimately, while some advocate for waiting until after 25, others emphasize that personal readiness and relationship dynamics are more important than a specific age threshold.

People should not marry before the age of 25.

  • Strongly Agree

    Votes: 3 9.4%
  • Agree

    Votes: 3 9.4%
  • Neither Agree nor Disagree

    Votes: 11 34.4%
  • Disagree

    Votes: 10 31.3%
  • Strongly Disagree

    Votes: 5 15.6%

  • Total voters
    32
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  • #31
micromass said:
I would agree that it is very unwise to enter in such a major commitment at a young age. But what to do about it? Freedom means that we allow people to make stupid decisions.

I agree, and people should be free to make any decision they care to, whether it is wise or not. You'll have no arguments from me on that point.
 
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StatGuy2000 said:
I don't recall if you're an American, but if you are, it sounds like you grew up in places like the coal country of rural Pennsylvania or West Virginia. Am I correct about this?

Yeah around the Appalachian area.
 
  • #33
Well, I've looked at the polling thus far and it seems that the "Disagrees" (Disagree + Strongly Disagree) are overtaking the "Agrees" (Agree + Strongly Agree) (~44.8% vs ~20.6%).
 

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