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"I Don't": The United States' Waning Interest in Marriage

In 1920, the national marriage rate was 12 marriages annually for every 1,000 people. In 2020, the rate dropped to 6.5, which is a record low in the history of the entire country. In this presentation, learn about previous barriers to marriage, the current situation for young Americans from different demographics, and the potential future of a devalued institution.

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