Lutheran church weighs study on approving gay relationships
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America approved a major study on endorsing homosexual relationships and accepting gay and lesbian clergy who vow celibacy. The plan involves 65 synods, colleges, seminaries, hearings, and aims for interim findings in 2003 and final in 2005. Protesters opposing action were arrested outside the assembly in Indianapolis.
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California surrogate couple deny ordering abortion in custody battle
Beasley, 25 weeks pregnant, sues Berkely couple Charles Wheeler and Martha Berman saying they wanted her to abort one of twins. Lawyer says another American couple is lined up to take the babies. Beasley claims a verbal agreement set abortion decisions by week 12, and she refused due to risk.
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CNN
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Erickson
Lawmakers push posthumous citizenship for foreign-born soldiers
Washington AP Michael Fitzpatrick an immigrant who died in Korea would be eligible under a two year window for citizenship applications if a bill by Rep Meehan McGovern and Frank passes. The measure extends posthumous citizenship to foreign-born service members and covers all nationalities with no survivor benefits or time limits.
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Youth polo grips city as underprivileged rise to sport
In Philadelphia, youths from troubled neighborhoods join Work to Ride to play polo once reserved for the wealthy. Richard Prather, 21, and teammates defy stereotypes, earning respect by ball handling and scoring. The program, founded by Lezlie Hiner, runs urban riding camps, lessons, and an elite polo access for low income city residents who maintain grades and attendance.
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Work TO Ride
Darrell Brinkley
Raymond Munson
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