Gay mother travels from Ohio to deliver petition to Boy Scouts

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by CYNTHIA IZAGUIRRE

WFAA

Posted on July 18, 2012 at 9:29 AM

Updated Wednesday, Jul 18 at 12:41 PM

There has been no change in a controversial policy at Irving-based Boy Scouts of America.

The group just wrapped up a two-year review of its ban on gays and lesbians. Tuesday night, the Scouts solidly re-affirmed the policy. They cited strong support from parents.    

An 11-person committee, made up of professional Scout executives and volunteers, reviewed the policy, which applies to both adult leaders and scouts.

Jennifer Tyrrell joined News 8 Daybreak with her seven-year-old son Cruz Burns. Tyrrell, a former Boy Scout leader and lesbian, is an Ohio mom. She removed her son from scouting.

Tyrrell, along with her son, said she will deliver a petition demanding change with 300,000 signatures to the Boy Scouts headquarters in Irving.

Cynthia Izaguirre talks with Tyrrell.
 

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