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France starts debate on same-sex marriage law

Supporters of the proposed law say they just want the same rights enjoyed by all French citizens.
Last Modified: 27 Jan 2013 12:14

In France, demonstrators in favour of same sex marriage are due to hold a rally in Paris on Sunday.

Police say it won't be as large as the anti-gay marriage protest two weeks ago.

The same sex marriage bill will be debated in the French parliament on Tuesday.

Al Jazeera's Tim Friend reports from Paris.

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