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Activists Protest Russia's New Anti-Gay Laws With Kisses

Opponents threw eggs, stinging nettles and urine at the protesters; at least 20 people were arrested.
Reuters

Scores of gay activists were attacked and arrested outside of Russia’s parliament yesterday during a "kissing protest."

They were protesting a bill that will ban "gay propaganda." The legislation makes it illegal to provide information about homosexuality to anyone under 18. Specifically, it would ban: