“We are pleased to see that the court kept its eye on the prize—the children's best interests—and granted primary physical custody to the parent who is best able to provide a stable and loving home, regardless of biology. This means that even though there is often just one biological parent in families headed by same-sex couples, biology alone does not trump the best interests of the child.”
“The Department's decision is shortsighted for a number of reasons, including the fact that some married same-sex couples would shoulder a heavier financial obligation to the state if their marital status were recognized for tax purposes.”
“That is significant for a number of reasons. If you add and additional driver, it costs you more money generally. If you simply add a spouse, it doesn't.”
