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The Catholic Church is furious with Italy’s government after same-sex civil unions finally passed in the country.
Italy was the last country in Western Europe with no recognition for same-sex partnerships. The change only passed after Renzi made concessions, ditching proposals for same-sex adoption rights that were opposed by the church. The unions are also strictly civil – and same-sex religious unions remain banned, even for pro-LGBT denominations.
However, despite the government going out of its way to appease the Catholic Church, the Catholic Church in Italy has attacked the decision.
Speaking to La Repubblica, Archbishop Michele Pennisi attacked the bill and the way it was passed.
The Catholic leader said: “There is a big slice of the country that this law does not want it. I believe this way of doing is creeping fascism.” Cont.
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