As we get closer and closer to the opening days of the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi Russia — and the controversy surrounding the Olympic games this year — it has become apparent that many visitors may have some preconceived notions about the country that are just simply untrue. So, in the spirit of setting…
Posted September 14, 2013
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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…
Posted September 3, 2013
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With so much talk about whether or not people are going to boycott the 2014 Winter Olympics and whether or not there are going to protests during the games, many are still curious to know what the actual laws entail. So, what are the anti-gay laws in Russia? Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a bill…
Posted August 29, 2013
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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…
Posted August 28, 2013
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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…
Posted August 26, 2013
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