The Left Is Not Compatible With Family Structure |
The Left Is Not Compatible With Family Structure
There are far too many slimy officials who reside in the swampland that our government has become. Yet if we remain vigilant and maintain our beliefs, the TRUE American spirit will ultimately triumph;
Milt Harris ——Bio and Archives--April 20, 2026
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Despite what the left wants you to believe, marriage and two-parent families offer support and stability. Specifically, family structure is essential because it provides stability, resources, and emotional support, all of which significantly influence a child's development, academic achievement, and overall well-being. A stable family environment establishes roles, boundaries, and routines, which reduces conflict and fosters safety. Additionally, family structure is a critical social determinant of health and economic stability.
The "family unit," as it is often referred to, benefits everyone involved when love and care are present. Children can rely on their parents' experiences for guidance and a listening ear. In turn, parents can support each other and share their thoughts as they navigate everyday situations together.
The 2026 Family Structure Index, which is compiled by the Institute for Family Studies and the Center for Christian Virtue (CCV), has ranked all 50 states on three factors that predict whether children escape poverty, reach the middle class, and build stable lives. Those factors are marriage rates, the percentage of teenagers living in two-parent homes, and fertility.
Not surprisingly, nine of the top ten states are red, and eight of the bottom ten are blue. Utah is number one. There, 65.6 percent of prime-age adults are married, 77.2 percent of teenagers live in two-parent families, and couples have an average of 1.82 children. Idaho is second. Nebraska, South Dakota, and North Dakota round out the top five.
Bringing up the rear are New Mexico, Rhode Island, Oregon, Massachusetts, and New York. New Mexico is dead last, with fewer than half of prime-age adults married, barely half of teenagers living........