The Fundamental Right of Marriage

Brian and John had been lovers since they were in high school. Once they had been together for 10 years, they decided to adopt a girl named Jessica. Because laws forbade them to have a joint adoption, Brian was the legal guardian. Brian and John raised Jessica from birth, but unfortunately, when she was seven years old, John was in a car accident. He suffered severe brain-damage and was unable to recover. When John was in the hospital, Brian was not allowed to visit. Because of hospital regulations, only family was able to see John. …