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Controversy Remains over Indiana ‘Religious Freedom’ Law

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ABC gov mike pence jtm 150331 16x9 992?  SQUARESPACE CACHEVERSION=1428095800666ABC News(INDIANAPOLIS) — A day after Indiana Gov. Mike Pence signed revisions to his state’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act, the controversy is still not over.

From government leaders in Seattle and business leaders in Indiana, the Hoosier State has taken a beating, according to State Rep. Scott Pelath.

“I want to hear somebody say ‘We made a grave mistake and we caused the state tremendous embarrassment,” the Indiana House Democratic Leader said.

While the amended measure signed by the governor is meant to prevent discrimination based on sexual orientation, critics say it doesn’t go far enough.

Caught in the middle of the debate is the NCAA college basketball Final Four playoffs, which tip off in Indianapolis on Saturday.


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