Russia: Gay Pride Events

gay pride events: Russia has passed a new law banning gay propaganda a catch-all that prohibits gay pride events and providing information to minors on non-traditional relationships, and exposes those who express pro-gay views to prosecution. Foreigners can be hit with fines of about $3,000, and 15 days in a Russian jail. More Related to this Story, according to Globe and Mail. Vodka boycott in U.S. grows in reaction to anti-gay laws in Russia A chilling Russian warning to gay athletes heading to the Sochi Winter Olympics is sparking new outrage from Ottawa and elsewhere over the hosts anti-gay laws. Russian sports minister says anti-gay rights law will be enforced during Sochi Olympics (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.