When the black males spend their time in prison - you have serious competition for the ones that are out.<p>It is not polygamy&#x2F;andry, it is an act of desperation on the women&#x27;s side to have any kind of economic support. When the social net is thin or unexistent - even if it means risking to have another kid. Add to the fact that poor people are the most restricted with their access to contraception and abortion. And you have a self perpetuating mess instead of social fabric.