What impact will Russia’s anti-LGBT laws have on the Winter Olympics?

“I think there will be protests. People should open their mouths if they have something to say about something that’s wrong. I’m all for LGBT rights. I just hope the protests are non-violent. I also realize there may be counter-protesters. But I’ll be supportive of the protesters [for LGBT rights].”

“I think there will be protests by the general public but not by the athletes. I hope the demonstra-tors will be as close to the Olympics as possible, so the Russian government will get the point. I definitely think something will happen. I just don’t know exactly what. It also depends on the police presence.”

“The LGBT issue will be a big deal. There will be lots of media attention because everyone talks about LGBT [issues] these days. But I think that’s un-fortunate. It’s not the right thing to do at the Olympics. It just creates segregation. I’d rather see the Olympics without divisiveness and negativity.”

“I hope there won’t be protests. I don’t think there will be any, because it’s not an issue that’s on most people’s minds. I fully support the LGBT community. But the Olympics are the one time when people from all over the world come together in a spirit of friendly competition. Everyone should get along.”