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Did you know:
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There are nearly 96 million unmarried Americans, representing roughly 43% of the adult population (CPS, 2008).
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Since 2005, the majority of US households have not been headed by
married couples. The number of non-married-couple households continues
to grow (ACS 2005-2007).
- There are more than 51 million households headed by
unmarried Americans, representing roughly 44% of all households and the
majority of households in 23 states, plus the District of Columbia
(CPS, 2007).
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| Annotated campaign flyer submitted by an AtMP member, C. K. of Camp Hill, PA |
“What should candidates be saying to recognize or attract unmarried
voters?”
From September 30 – October 3 and November 3 - 4, 2008, AtMP conducted an informal survey
of members who had pledged to vote. The questionnaire
elicited detailed comments from over 50 people in at least 23 states. Only 17% said they believe that the presidential candidates recognized the
importance unmarried voters.
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We recommend journalists:
-Include more than one "expert" perspective, especially when the subject is a new research finding or statistic. Expert opinions vary widely about how to interpret such research.
- Note that people who are legally "single" or "unmarried" are often still part of relationships and families. For instance, 40% of the first babies of "single mothers" are born to cohabiting couples -- two parent families where the couple is not married.
- Specify the size of the difference when they provide statistics comparing two groups of people (for instance, married couples and cohabitors). Some statistical differences that are reported are surprisingly small.
- Include the perspectives of real unmarried people, not just "experts" talking about them. (Yes, we can do our best to help you get in touch with people to interview in your area.)
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We are pleased to work with journalists. We can:
- give interviews and information about timely topics
- provide current statistics and research about unmarried couples, cohabitation, domestic partner benefits, and related topics (including the latest Census data on cohabitation for any city, state, or region)
- often provide phone numbers and email addresses for unmarried people around the country who are willing to be interviewed, from our database of members in all fifty states
- put you in touch with other experts in the field of marriage, cohabitation, and family diversity
- provide an alternative perspective to the marriage movement.
You can reach AtMP's staff, founders, and spokespeople through the Alternatives to Marriage Project at 347-987-1068. If you get voicemail, leave a message and we'll return your call promptly. Let us know if you are on a deadline.
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