The Essential-Liberalism Manifesto

A Nonpartisan Document Outlining the Foundational Principles of Liberal Democracy

The Essential-Liberalism Manifesto (Article IX)

 

IX. RIGHTS OF A PARENT

1. Right to joint custody: Both parents having child custody are to share it jointly when married, and, upon divorce, the default legal position is also joint legal and joint physical custody.
2. Equal legal parental rights and responsibilities: Both parents having child custody are to have equal legal parental rights and responsibilities, including the right to maintain a direct and personal relationship with their child, unless a court determines otherwise.
3. State to provide special benefits to the family: The state is to provide special legal benefits to the family in recognition of it being a fundamental and vital building block of society.

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