In Robert Kuttner's article “The Politics of the Family” he extensively examines the broad scope of the family from an outside perspective. Kuttner often uses the words “most Americans” in his essay, looking at both the left and right political elements on the issue. In Susan Dominus' article, "Growing Up with Mom and Mom," Dominus addresses this topic starting from an interview with Ry Russo-Young, who was born and raised by a lesbian couple through artificial insemination. While both articles may vary in perspective, the two authors agree that there is still much controversy surrounding the topics of marriage, family, and social policy. Family is a sensitive topic for most people; everyone has an opinion on how to raise their family and what is best. As Kuttner states, “few people care (married or single) unless children are involved.” (Kuttner, 2002) Even if this were the case, it is commonly believed that children benefit from being raised by a loving family with a strong support network, especially a married couple. Love may not cure many things, but it is defiantly agreed that love within a family and community, like social supports, will prove to be very beneficial for children and the family in general. While some believe there may be conflicting opinions about what constitutes a family and what is best for children, love and support is something everyone seems to agree on. It makes you wonder why with this deal, why there is such a push for welfare mothers to return to work if welfare is actually needed, and at the possible sacrifice of children's wellbeing. The family, which has been continually redefined, is moving away from the aura in which women had no rights or were confined to the home, towards an aura in which gay couples can... middle of paper... uch like Ry to be open about their parents. Social policy and changes in social policy will both writers address changes in attitudes on issues of marriage, family, and social policy. Both have different perspectives, one from a generalized view and the other from a more intimate interview with a case. Even so, both Kuttner and Dominus demonstrate that there is still much debate on these issues and that there is much to be done, what needs to be done depends on which side of the issue you are on. Our society is changing and, despite the debates, it is only a matter of time before everyone has equal rights and equal opportunities to marry and have a family. Works Cited The Politics of Family, Robert Kuttner, from American Prospect, April 8, 2002 Growing Up with Mom and Mom, Susan Dominus, New York Times Magazine, October 24, 2004