Why the LGBT Community Will Remember Rio 2016
Why the LGBT Community Will Remember Rio 2016
By
Brendan O'Boyle
From rugby to judo, the visibility of Brazil’s out Olympians is a win in the fight against homophobia.
If you’re looking for signs that LGBT inclusion in the sports world is on the rise, the Rio 2016 Olympics are a good place to start.
Despite concerns surrounding the host city, the competition itself has gone off (mostly) without a hitch; for LGBT people in Brazil and around the world, it's been downright monumental. Here's why:
First, there’s the athletes themselves. This year’s games have included ...
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