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Friday, February 1, 2013

Boy Scouts urged not to ease restriction on gays

The Washington Times
Traditional-values groups are urging their supporters to tell the Boy Scouts of America to stand by its policy of not letting “avowed” homosexuals join the organization.  A final decision has not been made on the BSA sexual-orientation policy; however, “we do anticipate discussion on the matter” at the meeting Monday through Wednesday of the BSA's national executive board in Irving, Texas, spokesman Deron Smith said.
On Monday, Mr. Smith released a statement from BSA leaders saying they were “discussing potentially removing the national membership restriction regarding sexual orientation.” The move would permit local organizations to “address this issue” — as well as set membership rules and make leadership choices — based on their own mission, principles or religious beliefs.   To Read More........

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