Lesbian Woman Denied The Right To Adopt Partner's Son (VIDEO)

I Was Denied The Right To Adopt My Partner's Son

After getting married in California and returning to Alabama with a marriage license, Searcy’s petition was still denied. Redd asked Searcy why her family chooses to remain in Alabama despite these obstacles.

“It is kind of frustrating to get that question. Kim and I both were raised in the south. We’re originally from Texas, small towns in Texas. And we moved here to Mobile about eleven years ago," she said. “Other than the legal ramifications, we have a wonderful life. We’ve got a great house. We both have great careers and family and friends around us. This is our home. We shouldn’t have to move because people don’t understand our family.”

Joining Redd and Searcy in the discussion were Jennifer Chrisler, Executive Director of the Family Equality Council, Zack Wahls, author of “My Two Moms,” Brian Tessier, President of We Hear the Children, and Jennifer Bliss, National Associate Counseling Director of the International Adoption Center.

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