Human societies have had much variety in family structure, from polygamy to promiscuous monogamy. I don't think the suggestion that loosening up on the Judeo-Christian rooted idea of strict monogamy is absurd.

However, I am quite tired of discussing Paul's most recent piece. I've already digested the point and I haven't seen much merit in the criticism. Moving on to parody is a step in the right direction, perhaps, but there has to be other ideas to explore.

Anyone else on Hacker News young, beautiful, smart, and interested in exploring the possibilities of clan marriage?