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Why Do Marriage Licenses Still Exist? A Contract of Adhesion Between Citizens and the State

September 16, 2025September 16, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Marriage has evolved from a sacred covenant to a state-controlled contract requiring a license. This shift began in the 1920s, giving the government authority over personal unions. Justifications for licensing have collapsed over time, revealing it as a tool for revenue and control, undermining family stability and personal freedom.

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You Can’t Save Marriage Until You Change the Laws That Incentivize Divorce

September 12, 2025September 12, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The decline of marriage and the American family stems from laws that favor mothers in divorce, creating an unequal legal landscape for fathers. With no-fault divorce and financial incentives for custody battles, marriage becomes a risky venture for men, dissuading them from committing. Real reform is essential to restore fairness and encourage equal parenting.

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Why Fathers Rarely Win in Custody Court

September 8, 2025September 8, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Family courts in America, while claiming to prioritize “the child’s best interest,” often perpetuate bias against fathers, favoring mothers in custody decisions. Despite claims of gender neutrality, stereotypes into family dynamics persist, leading to detrimental impacts on children. A call for reform advocates for 50/50 custody and accountability in court decisions.

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How Protective Orders Became Custody Weapons

September 5, 2025September 4, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Protective orders, designed to shield individuals from violence, are now criticized as tools in custody disputes, often misused for litigation advantage, leading to severe consequences for accused parents and their children. The system risks fostering parental alienation and implies a troubling gender bias, necessitating reforms to safeguard genuine victims while ensuring fair custody outcomes.

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Were We Wrong to Vilify Mary Grace Westman? What the Parents’ Roles Reveal After the Minnesota School Shooting

September 1, 2025September 1, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

In the wake of the Minnesota school shooting, the public rushed to vilify Mary Grace Westman as the rigid conservative mother who failed her child. But as Andy Ngo’s reporting reveals, it was her ex-husband James who championed their son’s transition, while Mary Grace signed court papers under pressure. The truth exposes a fractured family, competing ideologies, and a rush to scapegoat the mother while ignoring the father’s role.

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From Football Jokes to Family Court Realities: The Marriage Problem America Won’t Talk About

September 1, 2025September 1, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

At a Cabinet meeting, Secretary of State Marco Rubio jokingly suggested prohibiting Saturday weddings during college football season, reflecting cultural priorities. However, this humor masks the more serious issues in America’s family courts, where biased decisions and financial motives drastically affect families, highlighting the need for reform rather than frivolous distractions.