Federal Judge Vaughn Walker today overturned the narrowly voter-approved Proposition 8, finding that the anti-gay marriage ballot measure was unconstitutional under both the due process and equal protection clauses. The ruling is expected to be appealed and will likely end up in the hands of the U.S. Supreme Court.
The local chapter of PFLAG, Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, will hold a rally at 5:30 p.m. at the county courthouse.
Judge Walker’s ruling can be read in its entirety here.
This article appears in General Lee.
First we hear of this intelligent ruling.
Then we hear of Buffet and Gates and 40 more billionaires giving half their money to charity.
Today was a Good day!