Photo: #Democratic presidential nominee Al Gore kisses his wife, Tipper, on the stage at the Democratic National Convention at Staples Center in Los Angeles, Thursday, Aug. 17, 2000.
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Democratic presidential nominee Al Gore kisses his wife, Tipper, on the stage at the Democratic National Convention at Staples Center in Los Angeles, Thursday, Aug. 17, 2000. (AP Photo/ David J. Phillip)

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Divorce after a long marriage


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Al and Tipper Gore's divorce announcement surprised and saddened many, but their 40-year marriage was still considered an accomplishment and even an enigma these days.

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  • Stephanie Coontz: teaches history and family studies at The Evergreen State College and is the author of a new book called "Marriage, A History: How Love Conquered Marriage."

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