But since "valuable consideration" carries the threat of jail time, it has encouraged everyone involved to make an overly broad interpretation.

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Well after his financial future began to dim, Murphy transferred his home and numerous other valuable assets to his wife, Marilyn Murphy, for no consideration, and then that same year the couple divorced.

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Federalism and direct democracy, as well as respect and consideration for the interests of minorities and small cantons, are valuable concepts developed by Switzerland and used to the benefit of its people.

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