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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.

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I see the purpose of Safe Haven laws. Yes, I would rather the child be left in a safe place rather than thrown into a garbage can or dumpster. But, is it teaching responsiblity to allow someone to walk in, hand their baby over, and not have to answer questions about it? No it is not. It is a continuation of the shame and guilt that is associated with adoption, just on a larger scale. In this way, it will be nearly impossible for the adopted child to find out where he/she came from. How will the adopted child feel when they realize that they were simply dropped off like dry cleaning or garbage? The ramifications of this law are far-reaching, both for the child left and the birth parents.