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Old 05-04-2014, 11:10 PM
 
Location: NY
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But what if some people have great difficulty finding romantic relationships on their own? That is exactly what a lot of people come onto forums like this to complain about. I am rather surprised that more of them haven't chimed in on this thread.

If health care should be a right for everyone, then why shouldn't love and marriage? It seems to me that this would be in the spirit of pursuit of happiness.
I agree.

I couldn't pick my looks, I couldn't pick my genes, ok if I can't pick my spouse as long as I can share my life with a mate (even if she's assigned by the govt).
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Old 05-04-2014, 11:25 PM
 
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Okay, before anyone thinks I'm being absurd for asking, this kind of thing does exist in certain parts of the world.

And even in the U.S., I have observed instances in companies where bosses hint or even encourage employees to get together for a potential date if they show some interest.

So, how open would you be to such an arrangement?
Why should government or employment assume to decide or dictate whom I marry or date?

But, we (U.S.) live in a system of oligarchy, and people pander to the upper elites of the corporate honchos like there's no tomorrow. It's so fraternalistic, I wouldn't be surprised (despite "so-called" "anti-harassment" policies like they're even enforced whatta crock).

Whoopie! Management abusing their power again. "Your a$$ better sleep with me, or else." Very special. Oh please.
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Old 05-06-2014, 10:38 PM
 
Location: Middle of the valley
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maybe we can petition the president to allow coverage under obamacare. That's one way to boost participation numbers.
rofl.
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Old 05-16-2014, 10:57 AM
 
Location: all over the place (figuratively)
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I'm surprised that 1) companies ever encourage office romances and 2) that probably nobody in this thread endorsed government assistance. I'd be wary of a government-run dating service, but I'd welcome laws that clean up online dating and government-funded programs that educate people about relationship red flags. I'd consider that indirect assistance, as it's theoretically easier to find a relationship once the minefields are cleared. It would be in the government's best interest to get involved, for society works better when most adults are satisfactorily coupled.
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Old 05-16-2014, 11:01 AM
 
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I've been on ten dates and still no good matches for me....
THANKS OBAMA!
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Old 05-16-2014, 12:33 PM
 
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I think it's a bad idea....Look at China!
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