Monday, December 09, 2013

Know Your Enemy

"I have always loved coming here, coming to this country, ever since I first played here in 1979. I love Russia – I love its art and its culture. But most of all, I love you, the people. You took me to your hearts all those years ago, and you have always welcomed me with warmth and open arms every time I have visited. You have always embraced me, and you have never judged me. So I am deeply saddened and shocked over the current legislation that is now in place against the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community here in Russia. In my opinion, it is inhumane and it is isolating."

Elton John uses a gig in Moscow as a suitable soapbox from which to attack Vladimir Putin's new persecutory legislation.

(Thanks to Matt for the link.)

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