Children Quote by Laura Wasser
“You live with someone, you make a commitment to honor them, respect them, and love them, and if you're going to have children, then you make a commitment to raise those children together. Why does the state have to get involved with that?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Legal Perspectives on Family Commitment, Laura Wasser, 2020
Commitments to partners and children should be personal, not mandated by the state, emphasizing individual responsibility over governmental control.
In simple terms: Family duties are personal, not state‑mandated.
Key Takeaway
Respect personal autonomy in family decisions.
Themes
family
autonomy
government role
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
legal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- parenting decisions
- policy debates
- legal reforms
Key Concepts
contract theory
ethical responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Should the state intervene when family commitments fail?
- How do cultural norms shape expectations of state involvement?
A Different Perspective
State involvement may protect vulnerable parties but can infringe on privacy.
