Posts Tagged: gay rights

President Obama’s Reactions to Anti-Gay Laws in Russia

In recent months, many laws on gay marriage have been flooding the news. The ruling against DOMA and now in more recent news the recognition of same-sex couples under tax laws has made for exciting and enjoyable times in the United States. However, in Russia, things aren’t as joyful. Broad and ambiguous anti-gay laws throughout…


Why Boycott the 2014 Winter Olympics?

As the news of the anti-gay law passing in Russia has flooded the media, thousands of people all over the world have taken a stance on the issue by claiming their boycott of the 2014 Winter Olympics. Even bars from across the globe have taken part in this boycott by refusing customer’s to purchase any…


Will there be protests in Russia for the 2014 Winter Olympics?

One thing that is surely on everyone’s mind as they travel to Sochi for the 2014 is whether or not there will be anti-gay protests in Russia for the 2014 Winter Olympics. What may come as a surprise to many is that Russian President Vladimir Putin has actually signed a decree which will ban all…


How will the Winter Olympics be Affected by Anti-Gay Laws?

With much controversy surrounding the upcoming 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics, many athletes, tourists, and fans alike are all wondering the same thing: how will the Winter Olympics be affected by anti-gay laws? Most authorities surrounding the situation have come to announce that there will be no need for worry regarding anti-gay rights, protests, or even…