Should Obama resign as honorary president of the Boy Scouts?
Michael Anders
butcher | South Philadelphia
“Yes. If he truly believes in gay rights, then he should put his money where his mouth is. I like to think my president has the courage of his convictions. He’s the president of all the people and should stand by his beliefs — regardless of any political flak he might get.”
Michael Anders
butcher | South Philadelphia
“Yes. If he truly believes in gay rights, then he should put his money where his mouth is. I like to think my president has the courage of his convictions. He’s the president of all the people and should stand by his beliefs — regardless of any political flak he might get.”
Emily Rodriguez
student | North Philadelphia
“No. Obama didn’t create their antigay policy. He shouldn’t have to resign because of it. He does support gays in the Scouts. He wants the organization to change. Obama can do more good inside the group than away from it.”
Eddie Roman
actuary | West Chester
“No. That would hurt all the boys who have nothing to do with [the antigay policy]. Most people in the Scouts are good. It’s just a small segment that are ignorant. The few bad apples shouldn’t spoil it for everyone else. Obama should stay there.”
Ashley Taylor
student | Erial, NJ
“No. It’s unfortunate that the Scouts ban gays. I’m 100-percent against their policy. But it’s a long American tradition for the president to hold that post. It’s better to have him in there, persuading people to change.”
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