How Russian Homophobia Earned State Sponsorship

Gay Hate: An explosion of anti-gay legislation and homophobic prejudice whipped up by the state is forcing Russia s gay community into hiding. For downloads and more information visit: http://www.journeyman.tv/?lid=66451 In Russia, homosexuality is being confused with paedophilia by thugs and politicians alike. An explosion of homophobic behaviour and anti-gay legislations are forcing the gay community into a life of secrecy. "We judge gays and paedophiles identically," states a member of the controversial "Occupy Pedophilay". The gang, set up by an infamous neo-Nazi, lures presumed paedophiles and posts videos of humiliating attacks online. Anti-gay laws not only ban demonstrations by sexual minorities but also make it illegal for them to associate with children. "We won t allow the family as an institution to be destroyed," insists one Russian parliamentarian. But the government s claim to protect Russia s children is being seen as a smokescreen distracting from Russia s social problems: "nothing unites people so powerfully as sharing hatred". SBS Dateline - Ref 6005 Journeyman Pictures is your independent source for the world s most powerful films, exploring the burning issues of today. We represent stories from the world s top producers, with brand new content coming in all the time. On our channel you ll find outstanding and controversial journalism covering any global subject you can imagine wanting to know about.