Like many athletes who may be headed to the Sochi 2014 Winter Games, US figure skater Jeremy Abbott is measuring his words, and says he doesn't … [Read more...] about US Skater Jeremy Abbott Compares Russia’s Anti-Gay Laws to Interior Decorating, Won’t Criticize
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Queer Nation To Protest Coca-Cola’s Support Of Sochi Olympics In Times Square
After being asked their stances on Russia, it's anti-gay laws, and how they might affect the upcoming Winter Olympic Games in Sochi by Buzzfeed, … [Read more...] about Queer Nation To Protest Coca-Cola’s Support Of Sochi Olympics In Times Square
Sen. Barbara Boxer Sends Letter to Vladimir Putin, Slams Russian Anti-Gay Laws
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
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
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
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
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
Russian Sprinter: Nothing Gay About Celebration Kiss, and Such Speculation is a ‘Sick Fantasy’
Shortly after winning gold in the women's 4x400 meter relay at the World Athletics Championships on Saturday, Russian track … [Read more...] about Russian Sprinter: Nothing Gay About Celebration Kiss, and Such Speculation is a ‘Sick Fantasy’