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Photo Gallery: Proposition 8 Victory Rally
City officials and same-sex marriage supporters celebrate the federal court judge's ruling.
Same-sex marriage supporters gathered at West Hollywood Park on Wednesday to celebrate U.S. District Court Judge Vaughn Walker's ruling on Proposition 8.
In the 136-page ruling, Walker deemed the measure unconstitutional and wrote, "Proposition 8 fails to advance any rational basis in singling out gay men and lesbians for denial of a marriage license."
Supporters held signs and flags and were greeted by West Hollywood City Council members, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and members of the Equal Rights Foundation.
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"I am grateful that Judge Walker was able to look past the political controversy and make a legally sound ruling," said West Hollywood Mayor John Heilman. "So many people have worked extremely hard for the recognition of LGBT rights, and I am overjoyed that we have achieved this milestone for marriage equality."
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