Approaching Sodom > As the Western World recklessly approaches Sodom, Russia steps back from the edge

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Apart from its proxy war with America and NATO in Ukraine, Russia has been slowly winding down the influence of LGBTQs. This is the opposite of most western countries where perverse sexual behaviour is protected and encouraged. Western countries are abhorred by this behaviour, but I wonder where God is in this issue? What do you think?

'Ready for the worst': Moscow drag queens defiant as LGBTQ law looms

Story by AFP • 

22/11/22 19:26

Backstage at a bar in Moscow, a troupe of drag queens surrounded by make-up palettes and sparkling costumes join hands before taking to the stage for what could be one of their last legal shows.

Drag queens in Moscow say they will move their performances underground if needed

© Alexander NEMENOV

The mood is surprisingly upbeat at "Draglesque Brunch", given they are facing new repressive legislation that could see their shows banned and the performers fined or potentially jailed.

"How gorgeous! How fun! The vibe is super warm ... there's a river of mimosas flowing in there already. So my dears, let's enjoy today's wonderful brunch!" says the host, who goes by the stage name of Margot Mae Hunt.

Let's eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow....

In a white gown and a wavy blond wig with yellow and lilac feathers, Mae Hunt, as well as the others in the green room, is relishing the moment -- because what comes next is anyone's guess.

Russian lawmakers are on the verge of widening a package of notorious legislation from 2013 that was designed to shield children from various forms of what authorities deemed "gay propaganda".

I wonder what AFP calls it. They don't seem to say here.

The initial laws passed by Russia's conservative parliament came amid deepening ties between President Vladimir Putin and the Orthodox church, which promoted hardline social values and cautioned against Western influence.

Russian lawmakers are on the verge of widening a package of notorious legislation from 2013 and was designed to shield children from various forms of what authorities deemed to be "gay propaganda"

© Alexander NEMENOV

But this latest round also applies to adults and observers say the rules could impinge upon everything from books and films to social media posts and even drag shows.