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Rally for Marriage Equality in Wellington
29 Aug, 2012
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By Mark P. Williams
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Today Wellington saw over a thousand people march to Parliament in support of Labour MP Louisa Wall's Marriage Amendment Bill. Supporters gathered in a sunny Civic Square before marching along Lambton Quay to Parliament where they heard speeches from MPs, religious and Trade Union leaders, and community activists. Support for the Bill was shared across religious and party lines and by representatives from diverse communities.
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