"Fine, don't answer the question. You think just because people are in a "legitimate" relationship, they will be less likely to leave than those in an illegitmate (ie unmarried) relationship?"
elc:
Peddle your Libertarian crap elsewhere.
Don't let your personal failed relationships and/or fear of commitment cloud your thinking on this subject that happens to be the cornerstone of our society.
Grow up.
You won't find even one supporter for your views in the 100-some posts I've read on this thread, but you may take heart in a sad theme in nearly every one: this is growing, and we probably can't do anything to stop it.
I'm kinda curious -- aside from demanding marriage, what other demands should women make on their prospective spouses?
And you can peddle your judgmental crap to someone who cares. Or you can just continue to not address the question.
BTW - I've been in a very committed relationship for a long time now and trust me, I'm not worried about how much easier its going to be to pick up and leave me just because we aren't married. But thanks for the encouraging words.