Indiana Governor Mike Pence Vows State Won't Change 'Religious Freedom' Law

The governor is facing criticism and a growing boycott over a law that many say promotes discrimination.
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Indiana Governor Mike Pence denounced as “shameless rhetoric” criticism of a new state law aimed at protecting religious liberty that opponents say allows discrimination against gays.

Defending the law that has triggered widespread criticism from businesses and gay-rights advocates, the Republican said he would be willing to consider an amendment that “clarifies what the law really is,” while vowing to fight substantive changes.