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See us at Prop 8!

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Published November 17, 2008 @ 02:27PM PST

This past weekend turned out even greater numbers of communities all over the U.S gathering against the passing of Proposition 8--not just in California, but across the country. Here in New York City, our Deputy Director, Marc, participated in some of the protests firsthand. Take a look below for pictures of how Marc and his fellow activists took part in the call for equal rights.

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