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Speaking from an open heart can seem so vulnerable. Yet naming your truth with simplicity and sincerity, and without contentiousness or blame, has great moral force.

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Susan Soon-Keum Cox

Susan Soon-Keum Cox

Adoptee and the vice president of public policy and external...

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Ken Mullner

Ken Mullner

An adoptive parent and executive director of the National...

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Adam Pertman

Executive director of the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute...

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ER Adoption

ER Adoption

In a Lifetime TV movie-style twist, a baby girl with a heart...

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The Race Case

The Race Case

While activists struggle for equality, some say race does...

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The Truth About Adoption

The Truth About Adoption

Why its important to tell your child early and often the story...

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Adoption-Friendly

Adoption-Friendly

Where are the best places to work?

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Material Mom

Material Mom

Madonna’s adoption of a child from Malawi is nearly...

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Fair Adoption in Florida

Fair Adoption in Florida

Florida is considering a bill that would allow gay individuals...

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Stepping it Up

Stepping it Up

Adopting a child often means becoming a stepparent.

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