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The Question of Celibacy?

Last week's settlement of the Los Angeles Archdiocese's priest abuse cases brings new attention to the question of celibacy in the Catholic Church. Many argue that, at best, celibacy keeps good people away and, at worse, it may attract pedophiles to the priesthood. Others take the traditional view that celibacy is a mark of dedication to one's Faith. Larry talks with theological scholars and other experts about this contentious issue.