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Comment on The Right to Polygamy? by G. K. Nedrow

G. K. Nedrow — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:21:19 +0000

The world is only now catching up with an article I wrote in the Spring, 1981 for the Memphis State University Law Review entitled, “Polygamy and the Right to Marry: New Life for an Old Lifestyle,” where I argued that plural marriage ought to be legalized to prevent women and children from being coerced into marriage, as they are in some religious cults. This article has been cited in polygamy discussions on the web and in academic articles.

The Constitutional right to form a plural family has better legal support than gay marriage. There is no rational basis for legislation that legalizes gay marriage, but not plural marriage. The right to marry more than one wife or husband is independent of personal religious beliefs and is equally open to all.

Comment on Polygamy Law: Freedom vs Harm by trading forex online

trading forex online — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:25:07 +0000

Having read this I thought it was really informative. I appreciate you taking the
time and energy to put this article together. I once again find myself personally spending
a significant amount of time both reading and leaving comments.
But so what, it was still worth it!

Comment on Polygamy and DOMA by Corey Smith-Hummel

Corey Smith-Hummel — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:13:16 +0000

Gods will versus mans law. I understand the need to obey laws but for a country based on religious freedom why is this lifestyle so demonized? All I know is when I die I have ONLY ONE I have to account to for my life. DaddyHalo

Comment on Polygamy and the Law by pamela

pamela — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 20:13:58 +0000

Winik vs Wilson. The child of Mr Wilson was conceived prior to any relationship with Mrs Winik. The facts stated in the case are tainted on that site.
The question before the court was could Mrs Winik be considered a common law spouse, since she was married to another person.
The question of common law was never an important issue. The question of who was the heir to the estate was what was relevant. The child was later named to be the sole beneficiary. This is what was important. Not weather Mrs Winik could or not be considered a common law spouse.
Somehow, a case that had nothing to do with polygamy has been made to be that.
Mr Wilson did nothing wrong. His child was conceived prior to entering into a relationship with Mrs Winik. Mrs Winik actually should have gotten divorced, but that is neither here nor there. She was no longer co habitating with her husband, it was a question of paper work.
The important part of this case was who was the legal heir. The court decided that the special needs child was the only person that had a legal right to the estate.
The constitutional question as to whether Ms Winik was entitled to be considered a common law spouse or not, was really not important. All this did was delay a court case, and cost more money. Therefore taking funds out of the estate that could have went to the child.
The child was awarded the estate.

Comment on How Polygamy Works by Mchael Spenceley

Mchael Spenceley — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 08:31:56 +0000

Seems like the only practical solution for the person who wants to be able to do it all (career, family, friends etc). Need to focus more on priorities in order to prevent having the relationship breakdown, and even considering this option of polygamy.

Comment on Mission Statement by Phillip Daniel

Phillip Daniel — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 12:25:17 +0000

I am a member of the mainstream lds church, who has been researching the teachings of the early church leaders and am interested in learning more about fundamental teachings. Is there a way to contact someone in your group for more information? I am beginning to believe that the church was wrong to discontinue polygamy and would like to research it further, but can’t seem to get anyone to help me with information.

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Fri, 03 Aug 2012 21:00:35 +0000

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Comment on Plural Marriage: Living Life More Abundantly by Jeremy McNish

Jeremy McNish — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 17:04:36 +0000

I love Polygamy, I think it is great , and look foward to marrying plenty of beautiful wives I am now livingthe life of plural wives and I love it ay shet Cha Yeel

Shalom

Jeremy McNish

Comment on A Snapshot of Polygamy: Stories (Part 1) by Mike

Mike — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 23:39:40 +0000

I completely concur with your thoughts! It is ironic I find, that amongst all the Prop 8 arguments that there may be hope that because of that Polygamy may be looked at seriously as a right and not just a religious right!
I was excited to hear that Lehi and Utah County have dropped their case against the Brown family! They are a loving family just like most families I know and they are hard working and their children are well mannered!
I know quite a few people and come from Orthodox LDS principles myself and as much as I am fairly active in the LDS church, I find that I am drawn to the Principle!
I have followed this blog and the Centennial Park group and I find that you are genuine hardworking loving people!
All the best and I look forward to following and hearing more about your progress,
Ancestor of Parley P Pratt,
Mike

Comment on A Feminist Studies Mormon Polygamy And, Remarkably, Finds That It Liberated the Wives by Salllie

Salllie — Sat, 05 May 2012 15:26:18 +0000

hum….wonder why?