> The problem is in the fact that commitment doesn't naturally happen from sympathy, or sexual attraction
Wait why is that the problem? I don't think anyone believes that being sympathetic or hot is sufficient to sustain a relationship.
> And necessity to stick together for survival is unlikely to exist for a modern middle class.
One of the points (a worryingly small number of) people are making here is that this is good. You don't need to just stay married just for survival - so if you're unloved, unfulfilled, abused or simply unhappy you can part ways without sacrificing your health, livelihood, social status or wellbeing.
Wait why is that the problem? I don't think anyone believes that being sympathetic or hot is sufficient to sustain a relationship.
> And necessity to stick together for survival is unlikely to exist for a modern middle class.
One of the points (a worryingly small number of) people are making here is that this is good. You don't need to just stay married just for survival - so if you're unloved, unfulfilled, abused or simply unhappy you can part ways without sacrificing your health, livelihood, social status or wellbeing.