Sorry about getting off topic. I couldn't agree more...but it's more fundamental than the breakdown of marriage. Plenty of people with fine work-habits and an appreciation of civilization do not descend into poverty and child abandonment following the break-up of a relationship.
Yup, good point. I tend to focus on marriage because it is so visible, but it goes deeper. Work ethic, appreciation for education, ability to forego current pleasures for greater rewards in the future, etc...