2) Even in states where fault is an option, many divorces end up no fault anyway because it is easier to get. In my state, for example, you cannot just say that your spouse had an affair, you have to prove it by bringing a witness to court. Your spouse admitting to an affair is not enough. Eliminating fault will make divorces even more adversarial than they are now, causing more pain to the children. We need to encourage joint custody and mediation, not winner-take-all court battles over children.
My ex wifes excuse. “ I just don’t want to be married anymore.” Nothing I could do with that one.