Feb 1, 2013 (Morning Edition) — The Boy Scouts of America is expected to vote next week on whether to change its national policy that bans gay leaders and gay scouts. Many suggest the more than 100-year-old organization is backing away from the ban because some prominent sponsors are pressuring the group to reconsider.
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Is It Time For Boy Scouts To Be More Inclusive?
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Feb 1, 2013 (Morning Edition) — The Boy Scouts of America is expected to vote next week on whether to change its national policy that bans gay leaders and gay scouts. Many suggest the more than 100-year-old organization is backing away from the ban because some prominent sponsors are pressuring the group to reconsider.Missing some content? Check the source: NPR
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