Adoption Racism

Buttigieg Highlights US Racism in Adoption System

Buttigieg’s statement about a “white kid only” adoption list serves as a stark reminder of the deeply ingrained racism within the American adoption system. The existence of such a list, even if anecdotal, speaks volumes about the societal biases that influence this already complex process.

The very notion of a tiered system, where the cost of adoption varies based on a child’s race, is appalling. It suggests a disturbing devaluation of children of color, reducing them to a commodity priced according to market forces influenced by prejudice. This isn’t just about financial disparity; it’s about a fundamental lack of equal value placed on all children.… Continue reading