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July 28, 2015

Boy Scouts of America End Nationwide Ban on Gay Adult Leaders 
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The Boy Scouts of America has ended its nationwide ban on gay adult
leaders. The move follows the Boy Scouts' decision to open its ranks to
gay scouts two years ago. Monday's policy shift, which takes effect
immediately, still permits local church-sponsored troops to discriminate
against gay leaders.

 

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