California Divorce Ban Could Save $4.8 Billion Annually
Economy, Religion & Culture Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009The Institute for American Values estimates that the 2010 California Marriage Protection Act could save $4.8 billion — yes, BILLION — per year in California, a state with a $20 billion budget shortfall. How can Californians say no?
The report, available HERE, reviews the costs to society of family fragmenting — that is, divorce and unwed childbearing. Nationally, the Institute’s report suggests that these acts cost taxpayers at least $112 billion, and California taxpayers at least $4.8 billion. The report addresses “hard costs” only, and does not include the broader, less-tangible costs to society of ill will and inadequate parent attention which often results from divorce.
While the Institute for American Values has not yet commented on the 2010 California Marriage Protection Act promoted at RescueMarriage.org, they clearly will come out in favor. As is stated in their FAQ,
We recommend that readers take a hard look at the data and decide for themselves whether it supports the idea that the U.S. should use modest taxpayer and other funds to support marriages and families before they end up in costly breakdown.
We believe the answer is yes, and that the investment will more than pay for itself.
What more cost-effective way to support traditional marriage than to make it illegal to divorce, except under exceptional circumstances?
Support the 2010 California Marriage Protection Act. Save marriages, and save money. Fund schools, not divorce!
You can join the effort at RescueMarriage.org. They also have beautiful, professionally-designed t-shirts and stickers to show your support.
If you prefer the more down-home, grassroots variety, check out some of our supportive offerings!
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