Gay Calif. Teen's Hopes for Eagle Award Dashed, Despite Support

Ryan Andresen, a gay teen from California who has spent a decade working toward his Eagle Scout award, has had his hopes dashed for the organization's highest honor. A review board from the Mount Diablo-Silverado Boy Scout Council has challenged the national organization and recommended approval of Andresen's project, but the council staff executive will not forward the application on to the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), according to The Associated Press. The four-member volunteer board agreed...Full Story