Key points: Data analyst Harry Enten reported a jump in U.S. acceptance of polygamy and polyamory from about 6% two decades ago to roughly 21% today. The discussion followed a papal statement emphasizing one spouse is sufficient amid concerns about polygamy in parts of Africa. Younger Americans show higher support, estimates suggest around 9 million people are in polyamorous relationships, and online interest is highest in Alaska and Oregon.
About One in Five Americans Now Find Polygamy or Polyamory Acceptable, Data Analyst Says
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