Catholic campaign stalls Philippines 'reproductive health' bill

Nov 27, 2012 - 01:54 am .- The Catholic clergy in the Philippines are strongly campaigning against political candidates who back a controversial “reproductive health” bill, helping stall its progress because politicians fear a backlash from Catholic voters.

Costa Rican bishops slam sex-ed curriculum as propaganda

Aug 31, 2012 - 12:05 pm .- The bishops of Costa Rica have sharply criticized a sex-education curriculum recently approved by the government for promoting a “hedonistic” and ideological view of sexuality.