The Auron MacIntyre Show Sex Offenders Can’t Adopt, but They Can Buy a Baby? | 7/31/25
Jul 31, 2025
A viral social media post highlights a gay couple’s acquisition of a baby through surrogacy, igniting debates about the ethics of such arrangements. Critics argue that surrogacy may not prioritize the child's well-being, especially when one parent has a history as a convicted sex offender. The discussion dives into the societal backlash against surrogacy, the implications of parentage, and calls for legislative changes to better protect children’s interests amidst growing concerns.
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Evolution of Gay Adoption Argument
- Gay adoption was initially justified as a last resort for providing homes to children in need.
- Over time, it shifted to portraying gay couples as equal or superior parents, discarding the previous humility.
Moral Issues with Surrogacy
- Surrogacy is morally distinct from adoption as it involves creating life for commercial sale.
- It causes significant harm to the surrogate mother and often leads to dark outcomes for children.
Abuse Risks in Non-Biological Homes
- Presence of unrelated adults, especially men, poses significant abuse risks to children.
- Children in gay surrogacy cases face a heightened risk of abuse akin to a game of Russian roulette.