In a letter sent to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA) blasted Russia's anti-gay 'propaganda' ban … [Read more...] about Sen. Barbara Boxer Sends Letter to Vladimir Putin, Slams Russian Anti-Gay Laws
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Putin Bans All Protests, Rallies, Meetings, and Demonstrations Before And During Sochi Olympics
In the months approaching 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia, the governing bodies of the games and its soon-to-be host nation have been at … [Read more...] about Putin Bans All Protests, Rallies, Meetings, and Demonstrations Before And During Sochi Olympics
Human Rights Watch Demands IOC Presidential Candidates Reveal Steps They Would Take on Russia
A new president of the International Olympic Committee is set to be chosen next month and Human Rights Watch has revealed that it and the Committee to … [Read more...] about Human Rights Watch Demands IOC Presidential Candidates Reveal Steps They Would Take on Russia
Rainbow Building to House Media Members During Sochi Olympics: PHOTO
The media during the Sochi Olympics is going to be housed in this building which screams "gay propaganda", USA Today reports. Notice it’s … [Read more...] about Rainbow Building to House Media Members During Sochi Olympics: PHOTO
L.A. Councilmembers Protest Russian ‘Sister City’ with Rainbow Flag
Karen Ocamb at Frontiers reports that the Los Angeles "Sister Cities" sign near Los Angeles City Hall has a new appendage added by several … [Read more...] about L.A. Councilmembers Protest Russian ‘Sister City’ with Rainbow Flag
Over 100 ‘Canadian Civil Society’ Organizations Call For Action on Sochi Olympics, Anti-Gay Russia
Over 100 Canadian non-governmental, civil society organizations, including many LGBT, HIV, womens' rights, labor, and even religious … [Read more...] about Over 100 ‘Canadian Civil Society’ Organizations Call For Action on Sochi Olympics, Anti-Gay Russia
Fashion Designer Protests Russia’s Anti-Gay Laws with Hot Guys and Boxer Shorts: VIDEO
Belgian fashion designer Kristof Buntinx has a Russian protest of his own in the works, featuring a set of boxer shorts and a set of willing … [Read more...] about Fashion Designer Protests Russia’s Anti-Gay Laws with Hot Guys and Boxer Shorts: VIDEO
Gay European Tourism Association Calls for Suspension of Visa-Free Travel to EU for Russian Officials
The Gay European Tourism Association is calling on the European Commissioner for Home Affairs, Cecilia Malmström to suspend negotiations on proposals … [Read more...] about Gay European Tourism Association Calls for Suspension of Visa-Free Travel to EU for Russian Officials
10,000 March Against Russia’s Anti-Gay Law in Copenhagen: VIDEO
The Copenhagen Post reports on a massive march against Putin and Russia's anti-gay laws in Copenhagen, Denmark yesterday:Ten thousand people got … [Read more...] about 10,000 March Against Russia’s Anti-Gay Law in Copenhagen: VIDEO
Russia Defends Anti-Gay Laws, Says It Will Not Discriminate Against Homosexuals at Sochi
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