Kearney: Need to Re-Establish Norm of Two-Parent Households

The video discusses the impact of family structure on income inequality, social mobility, and child poverty in the US. It highlights the growing class divergence in family structures, particularly the rise of single-parent households outside the college-educated class. The discussion also covers the economic challenges faced by non-college-educated men, affecting marriageability and family stability. The video emphasizes the need for policy interventions to enhance skills, employability, and economic security, while advocating for the reestablishment of two-parent family norms to strengthen societal fabric.

What are the implications of family structure on child poverty and social mobility?

How does the presence of two married parents affect children's educational and economic outcomes?

What role does gender play in the dynamics of family structure and economic stability?

What factors contribute to the decline of marriage among the non-college educated class?

In what ways does economic insecurity impact family structures?

How can policies be designed to strengthen family structures in the context of rising income inequality?

What societal changes are necessary to address the issues of family structure and income inequality?