Russian law anithomesexual
The Russian athletes and Yulia Ksenia Gúschina Rizhova today were outraged by some Western media interpretations of the kiss that took place in the podium of the World Athletics Championships which concluded on Sunday. "Instead of (look at) the congratulations, of the joy we experience by our team, for our country, people look at other things," complained Rizhova in a press conference
The kiss on the mouth and Gúschina Rizhova occurred after receiving the gold medal for his victory in the 4x400 relay was interpreted by some Western media as supportive of the gay community. Other publications ventured that it was a protest against a controversial statements about homosexuality from fellow Russian Yelena Isinbayeva, world champion pole vaulter. "What upset us was that (the media) would notice something that deserves no attention," said Rizhova. She added that she and her teammate Gúschina are married and are good friends. "It is regrettable that the fact that we we played with the lips during the greeting has been the basis for some fantasies" he said. Gúschina, in turn, described as "sickly ravings' speculation about the kiss on the podium
When asked about his opinion on the newly passed law against homosexual propaganda in Russia, Rizhova confessed that he is in the subject. Also avoided ruling on the statements Isinbayeva, who supported the Act, considered discriminatory by the gay community and human rights advocates. "What Isinbayeva said, what happens in the world, I honestly I have no idea," said the athlete. Gúschina is expressed in similar terms: "I have not read or heard anything about it for the World." Both athletes explained that they were focused on competitions and did not have time to pursue other topics.
Isinbayeva criticized on Thursday the Swedish gesture Emma Green, who competed with nails painted with the colors of the rainbow in support of the gay community in Russia. "It is disrespectful to our country, to our people, because we are Russians. Perhaps different from other Europeans, but we have a law that must be respected, "he said.
He later said his words in support of the law against homosexual propaganda force in Russia were misinterpreted. "English is not my first language and I think it could be misinterpreted when I spoke yesterday. What I meant is that people should respect the laws of other countries, especially when they visit them, "said Isinbayeva
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