In the Media - Past issues of features, columns, and specials about adoption

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Adoption and foster care issues are frequently spotlighted in the media, often (but not always) with sensational coverage of situations that do not reflect majority experience. Media also include television shows, books, videos, and the people behind them.

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Adoption Videos
"Secrets and Lies" is one of our Editor's favorites. Check the listing for yours.

Around the World in 180 Days
Wendy Thompson followed her passion: she took a journey around the world to make a film about the stories of adoption and the people who tell them.

"Beggars and Choosers"
Author Rickie Solinger explores the aftermath of coerced surrender, with an accompanying photographic essay. Submit your materials.

Book Reviews
Reviews of adoption books from our Editor and others in the adoption community. Read a good adoption book lately? Submit your book review.

Hallmark Does Adoption
On June 1, 2002, the Hallmark Channel began to air a 13-part series on adoption, which they hope will dispel the myths and "shed a positive light on the process."

Heavenly Differences
An episode of "7th Heaven" fans the flames of the debate over Safe Haven laws. Speaking against the laws and the show's portrayal: Marley Greiner, Bastard Nation. Speaking for the laws and the show's treatment: William Pierce, IAVAAN.

How to Adopt á la Rosie
Rosie O'Donnell's adoption show presented some basic information, and Rosie talked about her own adoptions, but the show had some problems. Read our Editor's take.

The Great Adoption Traveling Show
The writers say they did extensive research to present an accurate portrayal of adoption. Take a look at the bubbles generated by adoption in the soaps.

The Mouse That Roared
An adopted Stuart and imposter birthmice? Whatever happened to the Stuart Little we knew and loved?

Unlocking a Heart: Sheila Ganz
Birthmother, artist, playwright, and now filmmaker, she has a remarkable story to tell and we can help.

What Next? Public Auctions?
our Editor's personal take on a "child for sale" news story.

Your Reviews Are In!
"Deep In My Heart" is reviewed by our own panel of adoptees and birthmothers.

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