All of your stereotypes regarding single-parent families as unstable are full of beans. Just because you are married does not make you a great parent. Very good point. It is not how many people are parenting, or whether a couple is married, that makes for a good family - and some good families produce children who are far less than perfect, because we are all individuals. It is essential not to blame single parents for the problems of their children just because they are single.
Research demonstrates it is the quality of the relationship that is important.
Sometimes single parents spend more time with their children, or are better models for them. At first I didn't think it was the kids having the problems, I thought it was the parents. But as far as I'm concerned, I think the parents could do a better job explaining that we use guns for protection, not for hurting. I think that's an appropriate statement about understanding that we must create a future that is positive for our children and not blame them for what's gone on in the past. Otherwise, nothing will change.