Politics & Government

California's Prop 8 Ruled Unconstitutional

Assemblywoman Julia Brownley applauded the decision Tuesday.

[The information below was taken from a press release issued by Assemblywoman Julia Brownley's Office].

Assemblywoman Julia Brownley, , celebrated Tuesday’s ruling by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeal declaring Proposition 8’s ban on same-sex marriage unconstitutional.

“I rejoice in the decision of this court to recognize that people cannot use the initiative process to deny basic rights like that of marriage to a class of people they find objectionable,” Brownley said.

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“California’s constitution declares all Californians are free and independent. That freedom includes the right to marry whom one wants and to enjoy the same rights as others have to pursue safety, happiness and privacy. These rights belong to all of us, not just to a favored group.”

The 2-1 decision upheld a ruling by U.S. District Judge Vaughn Walker who declared the 2008 ban approved by voters was unconstitutional.

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