Italy’s Court Oversteps National Sovereignty by Redefining Parental Rights in Same-Sex Unions

Italy’s constitutional court recently issued a ruling that expands mandatory paternity leave to include the non-biological mother in same-sex unions, equating her role with that of a father. This move not only redefines parental roles but also challenges Italy’s legislative intent and national sovereignty over family law.Is This Judicial Activism Disrupting Family Foundations?The court declared a 2001 parental leave decree unconstitutional for excluding the non-biological mother from the mandated 10-day paternity leave. According to the judges, both parents should be entitled to bonding time with their newborn regardless of sexual orientation. While framed as a win for "love as family,"...