Overturn archaic and unfounded laws against adoptions by gays

The United States in general, and the State of Florida in particular, should follow the lead of other countries that permit adoption by gays. There is absolutely no reason to prohibit gay individuals or couples from adopting children who need a home. There are far too many children that want and need a loving environment to allow hysteria and unwarranted fear to prevent such adoptions. Growing up with parents who are gay has absolutely no influence on a child's sexual orientation. What it does have an effect on is that child's willingness to accept others and to become contributing members of society - traits that all parents should hope their children develop.

Mexico's high court OKs adoption by gays


After its decision earlier this month to uphold a Mexico City law granting marriage rights to gay couples, Mexico's Supreme Court voted Monday to also back the city's law allowing gays and lesbians to adopt children. Google/The Associated Press (8/16)

U.K. rules adoption service cannot exclude gay couples


An adoption advisory service funded by the Roman Catholic church cannot refuse to help gay couples adopt, according to a final ruling by the U.K.'s Charity Commission. "The law is carefully weighted to balance the rights of organizations such as religious charities and the rights of minority groups such as those with a particular sexual orientation," the commission said. Google/The Associated Press (8/19)