Wandering the Oceans: Marriage in America Is in Trouble

2/9/2012

The recession took its toll, but American marriage was in trouble before thatFirst, some numbersThe institution of marriage seems to be crumblingIn 1960, 72% of all adults over 18 were marriedBy 2010, the number fell to 51%.

The share of married adults 18-29 plunged from from 59% in 1960 to 20% in 2010

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