reSee.it Podcast Summary
In this conversation, Jordan Peterson speaks with Katy Faust, founder of the nonprofit Them Before Us, which advocates for children's rights in the context of family and marriage policies. Faust argues that children's rights should take precedence over adult desires, emphasizing that children have an intrinsic right to their mother and father. She highlights the emotional and developmental impacts on children who grow up without one or both biological parents, asserting that love alone does not define a family.
Faust critiques surrogacy and reproductive technologies, stating that they often force children to sacrifice their rights for adult desires. She believes that the ideal family structure is a long-term, committed, monogamous, child-centered heterosexual marriage, which she argues is foundational for raising children successfully.
Faust discusses the societal implications of prioritizing adult desires over children's needs, suggesting that this leads to a culture where children's rights are overlooked. She emphasizes the importance of representing children's interests in public discourse, as they cannot advocate for themselves.
The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by children with same-sex parents, with Faust noting that many express a longing for their missing biological parent. She critiques the lack of unbiased data on the outcomes for children raised in various family structures, arguing that many studies supporting same-sex parenting lack rigorous methodology.
Faust calls for a global movement to protect children's rights, advocating for changes in both hearts and laws to ensure that children's needs are prioritized. She stresses that what benefits children ultimately benefits society as a whole, and that the rights of children should guide discussions on family and societal structures.