WASHINGTON—The Catholic Health Association, a prominent religious ally
to President Obama in passing his healthcare law, changed its position
on the administration’s contraceptive mandate Friday, saying the
exemption for religious organizations was not adequate. In a letter to
the Department of Health and Human Services, the group said the mandate
raised “serious constitutional questions” and would not address
“religious liberty concerns.”
“The exemption in the final rule is narrower than any conscience
clause ever enacted in federal law and reflects an unacceptable change
in federal policy regarding religious beliefs,” the Catholic Health
Association (CHA) wrote.
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WORLDmag.com | Obama ally turns | Emily Belz | Jun 15, 12
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