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Tuesday, March 20, 2007

Pace gets support from religious groups

WASHINGTON, D.C. (W.) March 15, 2007 -- Religious groups are holding a press conference today to support Gen. Peter Pace, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Pace told the Chicago Tribune that homosexuality was immoral just as adultery is immoral and should not be condoned by the military.

Several gay activist group quickly called for an apology. Pace responded by saying he regretted speaking about his personal views. But lawmakers have joined in the criticism of Pace. Sen. John Warner (R-Va.), former Navy secretary, said in an AP story: "I respectfully but strongly disagree wit the chairman's view that homosexuality is immoral." Defense Secretary Robert Gates said in an AP story that "personal opinion really doesn't have a place here."

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