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'Eastern Europe does not have a great reputation when it comes to minority rights in general' (Photo: Micahel)

It's time for a Latvian discussion on gay rights

An unusual sight appears to anyone browsing Latvian media outlets in the last couple of days: All major publications and news sites are full of stories touching on the theme of homosexuality and gay rights.

Eastern Europe does not have a great reputation when it comes to minority rights in general, and ethnic or linguistic minorities in particular.

The Russian-speaking minority issues, due to their importance for Latvia’s relationship with Russia, have always remained in the sp...

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'Eastern Europe does not have a great reputation when it comes to minority rights in general' (Photo: Micahel)

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