Canadian Speed Skater Comes Out As Gay In Response To Russia’s Anti-Gay Laws

“I also have faith in Russia. I think – I hope – that things will get better.”

Canadian Speed Skater Anastasia Becsis has been out to her friends and family for many years.

Canadian Speed Skater Anastasia Becsis has been out to her friends and family for many years.

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Now, in response to Russia's anti-gay laws and the controversy surrounding the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, she has made the decision to come out publicly.

Now, in response to Russia's anti-gay laws and the controversy surrounding the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, she has made the decision to come out publicly.

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