This is a great essay... originally written a few years ago, but totally timely and useable anytime. If you are doing any kind of year-ender show that includes discussion of the massive shifts in American politics this year, take a listen to this piece. It could be a little gem, a little surprise or twist within a show like that.... or any show about politics, political engagement, activism, etc. The essay basically compares marriage to patriotism... the love and hate, push and pull, ebb and flow of both of those "institutions." That description does not really do the piece justice - but maybe you get the idea. Listen - it's only a couple of minutes long!