After D.C. Gay Marriage, Catholic Church Reconsiders Threats

After D.C. Gay Marriage, Catholic Church Reconsiders Threats

The Catholic Archdiocese of Washington has backed down from threats that it was prepared to walk away from providing thousands of people in the District of Columbia with social services if lawmakers approve a gay marriage bill. The bill received its second and final approval from city leaders on Tuesday, but Congressional approval is still needed before the bill becomes law.