DPNM Chairman Gonzales Statement on Prop 8 Decision
DPNM Chairman Javier M. Gonzales, applauded the decision of the Court by stating,
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4 August 2010
Today, after five months of waiting, our GLBT family members, friends, neighbors and allies in California have felt the joyful news that Proposition 8 has been ruled unconstitutional in a detailed 136-page decision by Judge Vaughn Walker of the 9th District Circuit Court.
"Here in New Mexico, we are pleased by the news that Proposition 8 has been ruled unconstitutional and a deprivation of the rights of the GLBT community in California. While this victory is an important step in the march towards equality for all of our country's citizens, we are mindful that our journey is far from over."
"The Democratic Party of New Mexico is fully committed to actively advocating for and supporting marriage equality and domestic partnerships for all of New Mexico's citizens, and while we share in California's joy on this day, we remember the struggle for equality in New Mexico is far from over."
"Marriage equality and domestic partnerships for all is a basic civil right, recognized by our Party's Platform. There can be no room in New Mexico for discrimination at any level and we will continue to lead the fight on behalf of New Mexico's GLBT community and its allies until the day our Platform is realized."
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