The Boy Scouts of America is expected Monday to end its blanket ban on gay leaders, but to gain the acquiescence of conservative religious groups, like the Mormon and Catholic churches, the policy will allow church-run units to pick leaders who agree with their moral precepts.
The Boy Scouts of America is expected Monday to end its blanket ban on gay leaders — a turning point for an organization that has been in turmoil over the issue.
But some scouting groups will still be able to limit leadership jobs to heterosexuals.
To gain the acquiescence of conservative religious groups that sponsor many dens and troops, like the Mormon and Roman Catholic churches, the policy will allow church-run units to pick leaders who agree with their moral precepts.