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Catholic Charities Do a Disservice to Children by Denying Gay AdoptionsJune 2 marked a historic day in Illinois as the first day that civil unions would be allowed and recognized. It seems as though the state is taking a step forward, yet there are those that would deny couples the opportunity to start their own families.- 10 Things Wrong with the American Adoption SystemThese problems unnecessarily keep American children from getting adopted and potential parents from realizing their dreams.
Are Anti-gay Adoption Laws Unfair?The debate over whether gay parents should be able to adopt rages on. Which side of the debate are you on?- The Gay Adoption Ban in Florida: Now that It's Over, Remember How it BeganThe adoption ban which was in place in Florida for 33 years, barring gays and lesbians from adopting children, is now no more. We take a look back at the history surrounding the ban and how it was put into effect in the first place.
- The Ongoing Conflict Between Religion and the State: The Institution of MarriageAn investigation of the origins and evolution of marriage. Includes a look at how today's major religions view marriage and influence it, and what may lie in the future for the institution.
- Gay Adoption: When Church Influences StateJames A. Smith, Sr. of the Florida Baptist Witness recently interviewed Bill McCollum and asked him if homosexuals should be permitted to serve as foster parents.
Gay and Lesbian Parenting: Is Second Parent Adoption the Right ChoiceWith the advent of second parent adoption, same sex couples now have the legal right to dually adopt the same child. This choice comes with the same legal ramifications and benefits as traditional adoption.
Adoption Facts Demand Infant Adoption RefomationI'm talking about pulling your head out of the sand, stop listening to heartwarming stories on Oprah, and acknowledging some cold hard, adoption facts.
Same Sex ParentageAs the concept of same-sex marriage is debated in both the court of public opinion and the judicial system, the subtopic of parenting a child in a same-sex household has been widely discussed.- The Right to FamilyAn argumentive essay, that stresses the benefits of allowing homosexuals to adopt children.
Florida Ban on Gay Adoptions Estimated to Cost Millions in the First YearNews story about gay adoption ban- AdoptionLooks at adoption, the types, and the problems and challenges facing the adoption system. Implications for South Carolina.
- Gay Adoption Issue: A College Student's TakeAmerica's division on the issue of gay adoption invites a deeper analysis on the subject. My views on gay adoption are expressed in this essay, from their ability to raise a child to the impact this may have on the child.
- What is Marriage For? No Wonder Americans Weigh it so LightlyPositive Attitudes toward gay marriage is directly related to increased knowledge and diversity education - as it was during the Anti-Slavery campaign and Women's Movements. This report explores a few issues to be aware of -- you choose for yourself.
- Gay Adoption BasicsDespite the increasing number of homosexual men and women, gay couples face serious challenges in the adoption process. Modern society has reservations on considering same-sex couples as adoptive parents.
- The Pros and Cons of Gay AdoptionWhat the right and left are saying about gay adoption.
- An Historical Analysis of Child ProtectionOne of my more recent papers detailing the historical process of child protection in Western society.
- Gay AdoptionAre you opposed to the ban on gay adoption? Is your name on the foster parents list?
- Freedom:The Right to Equality and MarriageA research paper written for my college English class detailing why allowing same-sex marriage is the right decision for America.
- Do Future Generations Have Moral Rights?Analysis and critique of the argument that we have moral obligations towards future people (especially in regards to the environment) based on 'moral rights.'
Gay Adoption and ParentingIn this paper, I talk about the recent laws and restrictions of gay adoption. I also go into detail about the many stereotypes and misjudgments people have about gay parents and gay people in general.
Tips for Finding YOUR Child in the US Adoption SystemA collection of on-line photo listings of waiting children, family recruitment connections, family-child matching programs, and other ideas on how to maximize adoptive parents' chances of getting matched sooner.- Should Everyone Have the Right to Be a Parent?Everyone should have the right to be a parent, however, being a parent is not a right, it is a privilege, and one that should never be entered into blindly or irrationally or by force.
The Case Against Adoption: Research and Alternatives for Concerned CitizensThe following article provides an overview of the anti-adoption movement, including research references and alternatives to adoption for children and families in need.- Should State-Sanctioned Marriage Exist at All?Legal theorists question the purpose of having state-sanctioned marriage and argue that the goals of civil, as opposed to religious or otherwise private, marriages would be better achieved through an abolition of the legal institution of marriage.
Will New Study Give a Boost to Gay Adoption?A new study shows that adoptive couples spend more money on their children and invest more time with them. LGBT advocates see this as a step towards the fight for gay adoption.
Gay Adoption and AmericaThe issue of gay adoption has mixed feelings throughout the United States. This paper takes a look at some statistics and how the gay community manipulates the facts. The conclusion is gay adoption may not be the best option for our children.- An Overview of the Child Adoption ProcessOverall adoption is not a terribly complicated process; however, there are specific rules which must be followed from state to state. This article gives an overview of the process.
- Gay Adoption Ban Unfair to Same-sex Couples, Needy ChildrenSixteen states are looking at getting gay adoption bans on the November ballot. Perhaps these states should instead be looking at the neglect they are giving needy kids.
- Florida Democrats for Governor Oppose Gay Adoption BanMy sister who lives in Atlantic Beach, Florida with her partner of eight years, Lori have been wanting to adopt for years and plan to next year.
- A Look at the Different Types of Families in AmericaAmerica's definition of a family has changed to include different situations like grandparents raising kids, single-parent families, homosexual parent families, interracial families, adoptive families, and more.
- Family Matters: Gay and Lesbian AdoptionThe debate on Gay/Lesbian adoption is on-raging, and there seems to be no right answer. This research aims at understanding current ideological tennets, within the US, that lead to widespread anxiety about Gay/Lesbian adoption.
- I MustA dark, short verse poem about what I must do.
- Marriage: To Be IllegalMarriage Prohibition is on the horizon.
- Define KnowledgePoetry trying to summarize knowledge in words.
- A Wish for the FutureWhat is your wish for the future generations? Love? Health? Wealth?
- Investigating AdoptionAdoption is an option for a lot of people for many different reasons. But often people consider the process without really knowing what lies ahead.
- National Adoption Day is Saturday, November 19th, 2011With more than 100,000 children waiting to be adopted in the United States, National Adoption Day will bring attention to adoptive parents as they complete the adoption of their children.
- November is National Adoption Awareness MonthNovember is the month designated to bring awareness to the 107,000 children in foster care awaiting adoption.
- 4 Types of Domestic AdoptionQuestions about the adoption process are answered in this article.
