NewsInfo.Inquirer.net – By Tetch Torres – Inquirer.net
Manila, Philippines – To prevent complications with existing laws, the Supreme Court dismissed the petition of a transsexual for his name and gender to be changed in his birth certificate, to allow him to marry his American fiance.
In a 22-page decision, the high court’s First Division, through Associate Justice Renato Corona, said while they understand that “the unfortunates are also entitled to a life of happiness, contentment and the realization of their dreams,” public policy must also be considered before the courts can allow these individuals to realize their dreams.