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The conversation shifts to consider couples who marry but do not have children—whether due to choice or circumstances. The individual admits that marriage today is often legally and culturally recognized as a union of love and partnership, regardless of procreation. Nonetheless, they highlight that the societal protection and legal rights—such as inheritance, medical decision-making, tax benefits—are historically tied to the procreative aspect.
They express concern that redefining marriage to include non-heteronormative relationships may threaten the traditional understanding rooted in procreation and societal stability. The fear is that expanding the definition could dilute the societal importance of the institution.