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Advocates seeking Republicans to support ending child marriage in the U.S.

  • By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square contributor
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(The Center Square) – Organizations that have been advocating to end child marriage in the U.S. are actively seeking Republicans in Congress and state legislatures to support ending the practice. They argue the issue is nonpartisan and children, especially girls, should be protected. 

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