The Russian government has responded to the International Olympic Committee's request for clarification about application of its laws during the … [Read more...] about Russia Defends Anti-Gay Laws, Says It Will Not Discriminate Against Homosexuals at Sochi
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George Takei Calls IOC President Jacques Rogge a ‘Weak and Spineless Person’: AUDIO
George Takei joined Ari Rabin-Havt, host of The Agenda on SiriusXM Progress, to discuss the controversy over Putin's threat to prosecute gay … [Read more...] about George Takei Calls IOC President Jacques Rogge a ‘Weak and Spineless Person’: AUDIO
NHL Stars Henrik Zetterberg and Victor Hedman Speak Out Against Russia’s Anti-Gay Law
Add two new names to the growing list of athletes speaking out against Russia's ban of 'homosexual propaganda.' Late last week, National … [Read more...] about NHL Stars Henrik Zetterberg and Victor Hedman Speak Out Against Russia’s Anti-Gay Law
Stephen Fry And David Cameron Meet To Discuss The Problem With Russia
Not unlike Harvey Fierstein, actor Stephen Fry has been very vocal about the gay rights abuses happening in Russia as the Sochi Olympics draw nearer. … [Read more...] about Stephen Fry And David Cameron Meet To Discuss The Problem With Russia
UESE Wants IOC To Include Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity In Its Charter
Earlier this week, it was circulated that the IOC intends to crack down on any expressions of solidarity or advocacy regarding LGBT rights in Russia. … [Read more...] about UESE Wants IOC To Include Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity In Its Charter
As Sochi Games Approach, ‘Confrontation’ Soon To Be Newest Olympic Event
As the countdown continues to the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, controversy over Russia's anti-gay laws continues to cast its shadow, and … [Read more...] about As Sochi Games Approach, ‘Confrontation’ Soon To Be Newest Olympic Event
Russian Sports Minister Compares Homosexuality To Substance Abuse
Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko, who earlier this month told reporters to "calm down" about the upcoming Olympic games and that … [Read more...] about Russian Sports Minister Compares Homosexuality To Substance Abuse
Russian Anti-Gay Policies ‘Could Kill Its Cities’
Russia has undergone no shortage of bad press in recent months. Its newly adopted anti-gay propaganda hve prompted outrage the world over, and have … [Read more...] about Russian Anti-Gay Policies ‘Could Kill Its Cities’
NY Times Op-Ed Highlights The IOC’s Leadership Deficit
In an Op-Ed piece published earlier this week, The New York Times highlights an important upcoming election that few know about but nonetheless has … [Read more...] about NY Times Op-Ed Highlights The IOC’s Leadership Deficit
Olympics Corporate Sponsors Get Grilled On Russian Controversy
With human rights atrocities causing controversy in Russia, scrutiny of the 2014 Olympic games and its sponsors seems to be at an all time high. LGBT … [Read more...] about Olympics Corporate Sponsors Get Grilled On Russian Controversy