The Nation - News from May 26, 1985

Massachusetts officials, facing vocal opposition to the placement of foster children with homosexuals, outlined a new policy that makes it virtually impossible for lesbians and gay men to take youngsters into their care. Representatives of the gay community expressed disappointment at the new policy, saying gay couples were quite capable of providing a stable home. The issue has gained prominence in Massachusetts since two young brothers were given a foster home with two Boston homosexuals on May 8. When that move became public, the state removed the boys from the home and announced a policy review.