A recent opinion piece in American Thinker has ignited fierce debate by accusing the political left of hypocrisy when it comes to modern relationships. The author, Olivia Murray, argues that while progressives decry traditional marriage as oppressive, they simultaneously endorse extreme forms of sexual submission—raising questions about ideological consistency.
The Case of ‘Love Don’t Judge’
Murray describes stumbling upon a reality show clip featuring a polyamorous relationship where three submissive women lived under the strict control of a dominant male partner. The women wore collars, ate from dog bowls, and referred to the man as “daddy.” While most viewers reacted with disgust, Murray contends that the progressive left would likely defend such arrangements under the banner of “consenting adults” and “love is love.”
Condemning Traditional Marriage While Celebrating Submission
The irony, Murray argues, is that the same left-wing voices deride traditional Christian marriage—where roles are clearly defined—as archaic and oppressive. Submission within a monogamous, faith-based union is labeled “abuse,” while extreme BDSM dynamics are framed as “empowerment.” This contradiction, she insists, exposes a fundamental rejection of objective morality.
A Political Proposal: Voting Rights for the ‘Moral’?
Murray takes her argument further, suggesting that those engaged in “dysfunctional” relationships (like polyamory) should be disqualified from voting. In her view, such lifestyles reflect a corrupted moral compass unfit for shaping public policy.
Whether readers agree or not, the piece underscores a growing cultural divide over what constitutes a healthy relationship—and who gets to define it.
Source: www.americanthinker.com — https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2026/11/why-does-the-left-condemn-traditional-marriage-while-celebrating-sexual-submission/