leading to. >> reporter: gavin sees himself as an ambassador leading open discussions. but his pastor has a more tempered response. >> whether or not he is a symbol of something that can be healthy for the church and inspiring for people who are hiv-positive, i think that remains to be seen. >> reporter: regardless of the outcome, gavin says he'll keep pushing. reporting for "in america" soledad o'brien. >> the black churches fought for civil and human rights and now is waging a war on debt. you don't want to miss "almighty debt: a black in america special" october 21 right here on cnn. buying marijuana could become as easy as buying a pack of cigarettes at the corner. after the break we take you to the state where it might happen in less than a month. ♪