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Figarosmom
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In the last few years.
US States Fail to Protect Childrens Rights | Human Rights Watch https://share.google/oA1rM9iRSxrqVGRtg
Since 2018, 12 states have passed laws that eliminate all exceptions allowing child marriage: Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Rhode Island, New York, Massachusetts, Vermont, Connecticut, Michigan, Washington, and Virginia.
Child marriage is still prevalent in the U.S. Heres why. https://share.google/xO4EqaDamzti8KZH0
Goonch
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"While there isn't a specific biblical prohibition against large age gaps in Christian marriages, and some Christians prioritize shared faith and spiritual maturity over age, some trends suggest that some Christian men may prefer younger wives. However, this is not a universal preference within the Christian community, and many factors beyond age are considered important in Christian relationships. "