Tag Archives: Olympics

SHE HAS A NAME

Posted on August 13, 2016 by anyushka

I came across this video today, and then read on here about the various incidents of sexist commentary during the current Olympics coverage. The article is very clear about what’s going on, even though the title is not (as in: “Is the … Continue reading →

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Go Cheryl!

Posted on February 8, 2014 by anyushka

Cheryl Maas is the first athlete in Sochi to take a stand against the Russian anti- “gay propaganda” law, by raising a rainbow-gloved hand after competing. Go Cheryl!

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Rainbows over Sochi

Posted on February 7, 2014 by anyushka

So I watched the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics today – and applauded Thomas Bach, IOC President, for the courage and strength of his statement. The basics of his message were these: The Olympic games are about diversity and … Continue reading →

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