Rural men in China say they're too poor to afford the massive dowries expected of them. People on social media say it's just an excuse.

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A couple poses for a photo at a marriage registration office in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, China, Aug 22, 2023.
A couple poses for a photo at a marriage registration office in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, China, Aug 22, 2023.

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