Of course, with more than 6,000 children in foster care in Virginia and with some 1,500 awaiting forever homes, we want as many qualified and loving homes considered as possible. Let the criteria be clear and let social workers do their jobs. Our children deserve better than to be treated as weapons in this battle. Gay men and lesbian women raise great kids! Get to know them and you'll understand how ridiculous and unfair both private and public agencies are being today. No discrimination by anyone ever! It's simple.