Russian lawmakers proposed outlawing 'LGBT propaganda' for adults as well as children on Monday, as tennis star Daria Kasatkina came out as gay.
" aimed at children only, with the proposed amendment banning materials directed at any age group.
Kasatkina, 25, praised Russian soccer player Nadya Karpova for recently coming out as gay during the Russian-language interview,to Sportskeeda. Kasatkina offered her"respect" for the soccer star, who she said had"helped others" by sharing her status. "My respects to Nadya Karpova [for coming out], attagirl," Kasatkina reportedly said."I was happy for her, but also other people, especially girls who needed to know that. It has empowered them for sure, supported them. Not only did Nadya help herself by coming out and get this burden off her chest, she has also helped others."
Kasatkina then responded to rumors that she was also gay by telling Kravchenko that she had a girlfriend when asked directly, confirming her orientation in the process. She also slammed"Yes, [I currently have a girlfriend],"Kasatkina said."So many subjects are taboo in Russia, some of them more important than ours, it's no surprise. This notion of someone wanting to be gay or becoming one is ridiculous.
"I think there is nothing easier in this world than being straight," she added."Seriously, if there is a choice, no one would choose being gay. Why make your life harder, especially in Russia? What's the point?"
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