Why is rarely enforced through criminal prosecution

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In American history, the crime of adultery was taken much more seriously. Modernly, while the crime of adultery may still be on the books, it is rarely enforced through criminal prosecution. Why? Does the lack of enforcement for a crime like adultery tell us anything about shifting priorities in the United States? Explain.

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