I'm not sure on the laws, but I believe precedent is the only thing that dictates that he rules in favor of those who object. I do find the location, if it's as near as I'm thinking, in bad taste. However, it is also entirely plausible that he ruled the way he did to try and keep the peace. I haven't done any looking into the subject, so all I'm doing is guessing.

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"BOY: On a hot summer night, would you offer your throat to the wolf with the red roses? GIRL: Will he offer me his mouth? BOY: Yes. GIRL: Will he offer me his teeth? BOY: Yes. GIRL: Will he offer me his jaws? BOY: Yes. GIRL: Will he offer me his hunger? BOY: Yes. GIRL: Again, will he offer me his hunger? BOY: Yes! GIRL: Yes. BOY: On a hot summer night, would you offer your throat to the wolf with the red roses? GIRL: Yes. BOY: I bet you say that to all the boys!" -Meatloaf