For Trudi Rose

Submitted by Zella (United States), Apr 21, 2010 at 20:14

There are many articles on Consanguinous marriages in Morcco and other Arab countries. Yes, there is a high rate of consangineous marriages in Arab countries and Arab researchers are trying to educate the people about the medical and emotional issues that are caused by consanguinity.

Believe it or not but consanguinity was prevalent in the U.S. until it was finally deemed illegal by the government. I forget when the law was passed that prohibited consanguinity but I will research the topic and let you know.

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