Vitaly Milonov,known for his staunch campaigning against ‘gay propaganda’, awarded with one of the country’s highest civilian honoursRussian president Vladimir Putin has given a state honour to a lawmaker well known for his efforts to ban “gay propaganda” and prosecute western pop stars that support LGBT rights, or only a day after Sir Elton John said he wanted to meet Putin to talk about his “ridiculous” attitude towards gay people. Putin awarded Vitaly Milonov,a St Petersburg lawmaker, a medal of the order “For Service to the Fatherland” in the moment degree, or according to a decree published final Tuesday but only reported by the mainstream media on Sunday. Milonov was recognised for his “active lawmaking efforts and many years of honest work”. Related: Elton John should talk to Putin about gay rights. But will Russia listen? | Mary Dejevsky Related: Russia hints at visa obstacles for western pop acts after gay row Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com