Why can't it be something fun like swapping surnames and then creating a portmaneau or blended name for the kids.

  • peeonyou [he/him]
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    5 months ago

    Why not fuck the patriarchy by refusing marriage altogether? Who the hell needs the state to bind you together?

    • zed_proclaimer [he/him]
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      5 months ago

      who the hell needs the state to bind you together

      Anybody who needs to pay taxes or get child tax credits

    • BasementParty [none/use name]
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      5 months ago

      There's a reason why gay marriage was such an important battle. Marriage is a legal contract that has numerous benefits including inheritance, right to decide care, visitation rights, and being eligible for benefits to name a few.

      It's not just a " piece of paper that says we're in love." It's a huge fucking deal that offers legal protection for your partner and yourself.

      • peeonyou [he/him]
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        5 months ago

        Hip hip hooray for bureaucracy!

        Honestly though, you oughta be able to just write it down on a notarized piece of paper without the state having any say in any of that.

      • peeonyou [he/him]
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        5 months ago

        tax evasion is only affordable for the rich