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White House responds to Cardinal Dolan, says Obama's health care policy "respects religious liberty" |
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liberty" and ensures women have access to "important preventative services, including contraception."
Though Carney would not directly comment on the merit of the suit, he said Mr. Obama is aware of the "important role" religious institutions play in society.
"They can provide services that can be more helpful than any government program," Carney told CBS News chief White House correspondent Norah O'Donnell in Tuesday's White House press briefing.
Carney also noted that the Obama administration has "worked closely" with communities of faith, including officials from Notre Dame on health care issues, and will continue to as policies are implemented.
liberty" and ensures women have access to "important preventative services, including contraception."
Though Carney would not directly comment on the merit of the suit, he said Mr. Obama is aware of the "important role" religious institutions play in society.
"They can provide services that can be more helpful than any government program," Carney told CBS News chief White House correspondent Norah O'Donnell in Tuesday's White House press briefing.
Carney also noted that the Obama administration has "worked closely" with communities of faith, including officials from Notre Dame on health care issues, and will continue to as policies are implemented.
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