Those who took part said civil rights leader would have backed gay rights
The weekly event was held at Town Danceboutique on Friday
Contestants vied for a chance to compete in New York City
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Kozak said everyone welcome at games
Wentworth Miller cited Russia’s gay rights record in decision
Kremlin-owned RT took Jamie Kirchick off air after segment
Crackdown threatens to overshadow Sochi games
Statement comes after Andy Cohen said he will not co-host pageant in Moscow
NYC mayoral candidate’s wife made claim during newspaper interview
31 gay couples to marry in South Pacific country on August 19
