[leadpenny]

I came away with a feeling of sadness also.

I raised three sons in the 'burbs of DC, who I proudly refer to as average men and all-around good guys. When they were in their teens they were all exposed to the BSA, as I was in the 50's. Quite honestly, there were so many competing demands on their time, soccer, piano, crew, etc.; scouting took a back seat. We did have some fun father/son outings though.

The sad truth that comes out of Ms Decter's speech for me is a feeling that the Assault she defines and describes is irreversible.

[Ligeia]

Don't be too discouraged. The troubles within the Catholic church and other youth-related organizations have vindicted the BSA's position on homosexual leaders. The facts speak for themselves and should stop anyone pushing for homosexual leadership for a good while. No one in his right mind would advocate putting those people in positions of authority over children.

[ventana]

It's not irreversible. Never give up, never give in. V's wife.