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Gay Rights, Religion and Republican Politics
Republicans are fighting among themselves over religious freedom and America's growing tolerance for the rights of gays and lesbians. We hear what that means politically—from new laws in Arkansas and Indiana to next year's presidential campaign.
By Warren Olney • • 51m ListenRepublicans are fighting among themselves over religious freedom and America's growing tolerance for the rights of gays and lesbians. We hear what that means politically—from new laws in Arkansas and Indiana to next year's presidential campaign.
Also, New York Democratic Senator Schumer defies the White House on the Iran deal. On today's Talking Point, does telling the poor how to spend welfare money improve their lives?
Photo: RFRA Protests in Indianapolis on March 28, 2015 (Justin Eagan)
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3 storiesSchumer Defies White House on Iran Deal
The likely next leader of Democrats in the US Senate is supporting a bill opposed by President Obama. New York Democrat Chuck Schumer wants to give Congress a chance to reject agreement on Iran's nuclear program, as Burgess Everett reports in Politico .
Read the story7 minGay Rights, Religion and Republican Politics
Late last month, Indiana's Republican-dominated legislature passed a Religious Freedom Restoration Act. It was much like a federal law signed by Bill Clinton 20 years ago—but there was such an outcry from supporters of gay rights that Republican Governor Mike Pence called for it to be changed .
Read the story35 minKansas Passes Controversial Welfare Reform Legislation
Aid to the poor often comes with restrictions, and Kansas Governor Sam Brownback says new limits on state assistance will help recipients to lead better lives. Kansas law is about to prohibit welfare recipients from visiting swimming pools, getting tattoos or withdrawing more than $25 from ATM's.
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