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[quote=Anonymous]DH and I are just getting started in the domestic adoption process, and will be requesting a girl infant.
We are flexible regarding race and some drug exposure, however we are starting to re-think our position on race. We are white.
In 5 years we will be permanently moving to a very "southern" city, possibly Richmond for DGs work. 
I have been advised from one agency that we may not want to put an African American child into that situation (living in a racially tense area with white parents).  I also have several good friends in Richmond who spoke frankly with me about race issues and how divided the region is. Sounds like our potential DD could be really targeted over having white parents.

This is such a sensitive topic, but I'd really like some advice.
We are strongly leaning towards requesting a Caucasian or Latina girl only. For those who have adopted an AA child, does this seem like a fair concern? I'd be particularly interested in hearing what African American parents think.

Also selfishly, I know this will really affect our chances of adoption. Has anyone had good success requesting both sex and race??

Thanks in advance for your frank thoughts on this topic.
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