Just to continue the previous post... so, what is the point in protesting against this horrible bill? Ok, I mean what can be the result? Actually, the bill won't become law until it's signed by the Governor.
So, here is a list of facts, based on the article on All Out (link here):
No. 1: St. Petersburg is one of Russia's number one tourist destinations. True. That's why an international storm of bad publicity will force the Governor to think twice about the cost of signing this bill. Worth the risk?
No. 2: Conservatives in St. Petersburg passed this "gay gag rule" despite condemnation from world leaders - and even the country's own international treaty obligations respecting freedom of expression. But at the same time, Russian leaders recently announced that they want to invest $11 billion dollars to build their international reputation and attract tourists from around the world. St. Petersburg, Russia's cosmopolitan "window to the west" is key to that strategy.
Silencing everything connected to "gay" is not really a western thing... so, I can only show my support, go on with the protest!
As in case of last week, there was another solidarity protest in Budapest, right outside the Russian embassy. This time the demonstration was accompanied by a drum show, just to highlight how important it is to raise your voice. Though the video is pretty dark, the message is clear: "we cannot be censored, banned or silenced" -- in various languages.
As in case of last week, there was another solidarity protest in Budapest, right outside the Russian embassy. This time the demonstration was accompanied by a drum show, just to highlight how important it is to raise your voice. Though the video is pretty dark, the message is clear: "we cannot be censored, banned or silenced" -- in various languages.
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