NEWSMAX: A new Russian law barring displays of affection by gay couples or displaying symbols such as the rainbow flag will be enforced against fans and athletes attending next year’s Winter Olympics, one of the measure’s top supporters says…
“This legislation has just been passed into law and it remains to be seen whether and how it will be implemented, particularly in regards to the games in Sochi,” the the International Olympic Committee said.
The organization said it had received assurances from the highest levels in the Russian government that the measure “will not affect those attending or taking part in the Games.”… (more)
