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“Children have a primal need to know who they are, to love and be loved by the two people whose physical union brought them here. To lose that connection, that sense of identity, is to experience a wound that no child-support check or fancy school can ever heal.”

Quote by David Blankenhorn

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David Blankenhorn
David Blankenhorn

David Blankenhorn is an American author and social critic recognized for his work on family and culture. Born in 1955, he has written extensively on the role of fatherhood in society and the importance of the family unit. His writings often explore the intersection of politics, economics, and social issues, aiming to promote a more compassionate and inclusive society. more

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