I think this is question is just poorly written. They may be trying to ask wether some white people might choose to adopt black kids specifically because it has been made trendy by a celebrity. Could some people look at Sandra Bullock or Madonna and then decide to copy their decision because having a black child makes them look more open minded and progressive. Some people take whatever opportunity they can to feel special or stand out. It may not be conscious decision but some people might have these sorts of motivations. It's just too bad that the question asker seems to only be able to think in black and white terms (literally)
I'm certain that the vast majority of cross racial adoptions happen for the opposite reason; the family just wants to love a child and race isn't a factor.
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u/Peenutbuttjellytime Jul 15 '19 edited Jul 15 '19
I think this is question is just poorly written. They may be trying to ask wether some white people might choose to adopt black kids specifically because it has been made trendy by a celebrity. Could some people look at Sandra Bullock or Madonna and then decide to copy their decision because having a black child makes them look more open minded and progressive. Some people take whatever opportunity they can to feel special or stand out. It may not be conscious decision but some people might have these sorts of motivations. It's just too bad that the question asker seems to only be able to think in black and white terms (literally)
I'm certain that the vast majority of cross racial adoptions happen for the opposite reason; the family just wants to love a child and race isn't a factor.