Pic of the Day... Hubertus von Hohenlohe

The Advocate talks Janet Napolitano and U.S. Delegation in Sochi - WATCH

Truth! These Sochi Gloves are not LGBT Spirit Fingers

Several gay activists thought these gloves meant LGBT support, but in reality, they're the official Olympic gloves.

The colors represent the 5 Olympic rings. Bummer, because it would've been cool if they were going out on a limb for LGBT rights.

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Why did NBC edit IOC president Thomas Bach's speech?

IOC president Thomas Bach said some interesting things in his opening speech, but NBC edited some of his it... Why? I don't know.

Folks were wondering why his speech sounded a bit off. Well, it was missing a big chunk of it. Here's the cut off part:

Now you are living in an Olympic Region. I am sure you will enjoy the benefits for many, many years to come. Thousands of volunteers have welcomed us with the well-known warm Russian hospitality. Many thanks to all the wonderful volunteers. Bolshoi spasiba, valantyoram! Thank you very much to everyone. Russia and the Russians have set the stage for you, the best winter athletes on our planet. From this moment on you are not only the best athletes, you are Olympic Athletes. You will inspire us with your outstanding sports performances. You have come here for sports. You have come here with your Olympic dream. The International Olympic Committee wants your Olympic Dream to come true. This is why we are investing almost all of our revenues in the development of sports. The universal Olympic rules apply to each and every athlete- no matter where you come from or what your background is. You are living together in the Olympic Village. You will celebrate victory with dignity and accept defeat with dignity. You are bringing the Olympic Values to life. In this way, the Olympic Games, wherever they take place, set an example for a peaceful society. Olympic Sport unites people. This is the Olympic Message the athletes spread to the host country and to the whole world. Yes, it is possible to strive even for the greatest victory with respect for the dignity of your competitors. Yes, Yes, it is possible - even as competitors - to live together under one roof in harmony, with tolerance and without any form of discrimination for whatever reason. Yes, it is possible - even as competitors - to listen, to understand and to give an example for a peaceful society.

This is so interesting and odd.

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Interesting Quote: Chris Kluwe

The International Olympic Committee (IOC), chief benefactor of these big money sponsors, has determined that any athlete speaking out in “accredited areas” against the human rights violations occurring in Russia right now will be found in violation of the Olympic Charter, banned from the games, and stripped of any medals. Corporate sponsorships, the pot of gold at the end of the Olympic rainbow, will disappear. A lifetime spent preparing, training, hour after agonizing hour, will have been for naught if an athlete dares to make a political statement at the wrong time about political events happening in a politicized Olympics; politicized in no small part by the IOC refusing to uphold their own charter when it applies to themselves. How can the IOC get away with this blatant disregard of their own rules? Easy. The IOC has what Olympic athletes want. Money. Power. Fame.

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Pic of the Day: Sochi Olympics

10 LGBT activists Arrested on the opening night of the Sochi Olympics

Grani.Ru reports that 10 LGBT activists were arrested today/tonight (Not clear on their Time).

I translated the article:

On Red Square detained 10 LGBT activists, who on the opening night of the Sochi Olympics came with rainbow flags and sang the Russian national anthem. Reports the correspondent of "Fringe." How clarifies ATS-Info detained Elena Kostyuchenko, Anna Annenkov Lynn Reid, Knicks Nemeni Olga Mazurova Gleb Warrior Tarja Polyakova, Daria Starshinina and two subjects Sweden: local leader of the Union for the rights of LGBT (RFSL) and Ulrike Vefterlund activist of the organization Kerstin Burman. All are delivered in the OP, "China Town".

Supposed to perform at the Olympic hours on Manezh Square, but this place is surrounded by a triple ring of police.

Police waiting LGBT activists at the output with gathering places - from the cafe "Chocolate" on the GUM-skating rink. Share on Red Square lasted less than a minute.

WATCH An Anti-Gay Demonstration in Sochi

Haters are going to Hate
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Interesting Facebook Quote: Stephen Amell

That's cool

WCF Organizer: Gay Activists Turning Olympics Into 'Gay Pride Parade'

Google makes a Pro-Gay Statement about the Olympics

Okay, Miss Google

Russia Declares Discrimination Newest Olympic Sport - WATCH

The video is brought to you by the Russia Freedom Fund, the Fair Games Project and Athlete Ally

UN Secretary General Ban-Ki Moon condemns Attacks on the LGBT Community in Russia - WATCH

Quick Thoughts about Our Protesting Efforts over Sochi Winter Games and Russia's Anti-Gay Law

The Winter Olympics starts Thursday. We have protested, hijacked hashtags, and written tons of articles... But was it enough?

What was accomplished? We got attention... A few news places reported on the hijack, but at the end of the day, what really happened?

I want to say that something was done, hopefully, Russia will rethink their Anti-Gay law. Till then, I hope we think about our tactics and how to make REAL change, instead of powerless noise.

Never Forget

Sochi's Mayor believes There are No Gay People in his Town - WATCH

USA Olympic Opening Ceremony uniforms are Not Cute

Ralph Lauren created these official Opening Ceremony and Closing Ceremony parade uniforms for the U.S. Olympic teams. Um, well, these look hideous. I'm sorry, but they do. This is hard for me to say, because RL is staple label in my closet, but this... No Ma'am.

WATCH Russian Activist arrested at the Olympic Torch Relay

LGBT activist Pavel Lebedev was arrested this past weekend for unfurling a rainbow flag at the Olympic Torch Relay in the city Voronezh.

The men who held him has stirred up a lot questions about sponsors, who allowed this, and some wild (not thought out) theories, however, this video gives us an idea of the culture climate in Russia.

WATCH Putin defends Russia's Anti-Gay Law, Calls Out the U.S.

Putin gave an interview on ABC, where he defended their Anti-Gay law and called us out for our Anti-Gay parts as well. He said that we and other countries should get our houses in order, before judging others.

And he's right on that piece.

Interesting Quote: Billie Jean King on Civil Disobedience in Sochi

“Maybe we should wave rainbow flags or something, I don’t know. As long as we’re not being malicious. We can show our feelings. I'm very proud to go as an athlete, and as a gay woman. I'm thrilled.”

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