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Should Teens Be Able to Marry?


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West Virginia is one of 27 states with no firm minimum age for marriage. Between 2000 and 2010, a total of 2,759 minors got married in West Virginia - one of the highest states per capita, according to the New York Times . Some states are moving to bar marriage for minors. On this week's Front Porch, we debate whether this is a good idea for West Virginia and the rest of Appalachia. Also, we discuss The Struggle to Stay , our ongoing series following five young people's decision about staying or
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