Step as the group out at nbc marched under its own banner. This year there will be an official gay irish contingent. What does the Catholic Church think of this . The cardinal has been a supporter. The cardinal welcomed us to his residence. And that to me was a very significant move. Mayor de blasio thanked Cardinal Dolan and pope francis, known for asking who is he to judge gay people. People have felt his message and thats one of the reasons were here today. Ers were asked so now were additional gay groups be able to join . Their response was essentially that reaching this agreement on this emotional identity based subject has been hard enough. Through this years parade. Remember, you can watch the nbc 4 new york starting at 11 00 a. M. On thursday march 17th. Now a newer st. Patricks day controversy is simmering. Some of the citys Irish American teachers are upset the department of education scheduled parentteacher conferences after school hours on st. Patricks day. Working late mea