Divorce versus Democracy

An impassioned essay that takes a stand against the growing tendency to treat marriage as a disposable contract, this work frames the family as the true foundation of a nation’s moral health. Written in the wake of early‑twentieth‑century upheavals, it argues that the state’s push for convenience and efficiency threatens the very fabric of society, warning that the drive toward divorce mirrors a broader, unsettling shift toward authoritarian control of private life.

The author weaves together observations on politics, economics, and faith, suggesting that true patriotism begins at home. By contrasting the “patriotism of the household” with the emerging “state‑supremacy” mindset—particularly in the context of contemporary European powers—the essay invites listeners to consider how personal vows intersect with public duty. Its sharp wit and vivid analogies make a compelling case for defending the sanctity of marriage while questioning the limits of democratic ideals.