Controversy over Sochi Olympics

There has been a lot of controversy over Russia hosting the 2014 olympics due to the law that makes being gay a punishable offense. If I recall correctly anyone even being accused of being homosexual can be jailed for up to two weeks - regardless of their national origin.

What this means for the olympics - athletes from any country could be jailed on unfounded accusations potentially skewing the games in favor of certain countries. There have been videos and photos of peaceful protests being quelled with excessive force sparking outrage around the world.

George Takei (Sulu from Star Trek) is spearheading a campaign to move the olympics out of Russia while this policy is in place. Takei has an outstanding number of followers and supporters so who knows how that will turn out.

I think it is important to remember that what is publicized in the news must be taken with a grain of salt. More like a salt lick really. News stations broadcast the beatings and political statements, but those are just the extreme views. Just as not all Americans agree with every political policy here in the United States, not all Russians agree with this law that enforces inequalities. We should not judge a country's people by the opinions of its government.

There have been many protests of the anti gay law in Russia, the sign above is crying out for change. (photo/CCLicense)