Last year saw the first papal resignation in six centuries. Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert learn about the story behind Pope Benedict’s resignation. They also discuss a bill in Arizona that would allow businesses to discriminate against LGBT people based on religious freedom.
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Inside The First Voluntary Papal Resignation In Six Centuries
When Pope Benedict resigned from the papacy last year it marked the first time in six centuries that a pope would step down voluntarily. A new Frontline documentary investigates the story behind the historic resignation.
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Anti-Gay Arizona Law Causes National Outrage
The Arizona state legislature passed a law last week that would allow businesses to discriminate against LGBT people on the basis of religious freedom. Now critics from around the country are pressuring Governor Jan Brewer to veto the bill. An expert on LGBT politics explains what this situation says about the status of the LGBT population politically, especially with the midterm elections later this year.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Galen Druke Producer
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Antony Thomas Guest
- Kimi King Guest
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