San Francisco Seeking to Ban Circumcisions

06.23.11 | Debbie Fero, Sarah Harnisch

Jewish and Muslim families in San Fransisco have filed a lawsuit to block a measure that would ban the circumcision of baby boys. Activists say it is a form of mutilation, but religious families say there is no proof it damages the babies -- and by their traditions, helps keep them clean. If the vote happens in November, the city will be the first in the nation to block circumcision.