Although Michael and Ken are deeply committed to each other, and have been together for ten years, their relationship may not be recognized or treated as socially legitimate because of the fact that same-sex unions are not legally recognized. The tension they experience due to the inconsistencies between their own perceptions of their relationship and societal perceptions is reflected in which relational dialectic?
A) real/ideal
B) public/private
C) acceptable/unacceptable
D) legitimate/illegitimate

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The tension Michael and Ken experience is a reflection of the public/private relational dialectic, where their private commitment and understanding of their relationship conflicts with public recognition and legitimacy due to legal and societal norms.

Although Michael and Ken Are Deeply Committed to Each Other