Gays face increased persecution under new government
Russia’s LGBT rights crackdown overshadowed Sochi Olympics
Expanded regulations to include sexual orientation, gender identity
Obama in 2011 issued presidential memorandum on subject
Speakers seeking ‘more fertile ground to spread’ hate
Sex on the side may be dealbreaker issue
Also repeals anti-gay Armstrong Amendment
Estimated 35 million people globally live with HIV
Rates of insured greater for low-income LGBT residents
Mariela Castro accused of manipulating advocates
