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Friday,
July 27,
2007, #142 (1409) “It is unacceptable for the Georgian mentality; Georgia is a traditional country and I am against such kinds of activities. I don’t know what is happening in other countries but our people are not ready to accept gay parades.” “I would punch the nose of its organizers because if someone wants to be gay, let him or her do it outside Georgia. There are many places in the world where they will be embraced.” “It is 21st century; we live in a developing country. I can’t understand why there is so much ado about nothing. As for myself I have no problem with such a parade. If they want, let them go into the streets and enjoy.” “I wouldn't react at all. If they want to come out into the street for fun and entertainment, let them do it. I think it is not a problem to devote one day to sexual minorities.” “I just heard on the radio talk show, that they really planned a parade or gathering of all different people like of different religions, sexual orientation, etc. My attitude is very negative. In my opinion, it's inadmissible to hold such public events. Firs of all, it doesn't fit into our established moral code. Imagine if everyone who behaves differently in their own way is allowed to demonstrate their wrong acts. That goes beyond tolerance, and serves as propaganda that being homosexual is ok.” “It's pernicious for Georgia, for our customs and traditions. This is not just about homosexuals, broadly speaking it's a loosening of sexual customs in general – like having multiple sexual partners, downplaying virginity and loyalty—all these quickly destroy family values. If people ignore all moral norms and follow only their instincts, they become animals, not humans. In a word, they are just telling us you can do whatever crazy thought comes into your mind and neglect the opinions of others.” “I don't care. Since they don't touch me, let them march. If they want to make a show, I will just watch and make fun of it." “I am against it. I won’t go into why a different sexual orientation is not ok. I will just say what legitimizing gays and lesbians means to our nation and statehood - that has survived centuries of invasions and oppressions. It would mean we are literally doomed for extinction. Moreover having in mind the poor demographic situation caused by economic hardships, opening the door to this would mean a near extinction of our nation.” “Everyone has their own problems. But no one can help them, except them, themselves. If this parade really took place, I guess I wouldn't and couldn't oppose or hinder it, but of course, there's nothing desirable and welcome about it." |
Some Georgian media reported that there would be gay rights activists in a Tbilisi parade this Sunday. The reports were false but if there were a gay pride parade on Rustaveli Ave., what would you think?