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I guess this proves so much further how "what x country have going for it" is such a worthless question. For me, a gay man, living in Russia is a real risk to

• oska 3y ago
  > For me, a gay man, living in Russia is a real risk to my life Fair enough, although I would only add a mildly sceptical note that perhaps the 'violent homophobia' is less rampant than is reported in Western media. We are fed a huge diet of anti Russian propaganda in the West. I haven't looked into this matter personally but I would imagine that it would be good to try to find out what ordinary gay men in Russia say about how the situation actually is on the ground (versus what is said in the western press). But certainly, Russia is a more 'socially conservative' country. Although, as you probably know, being gay and being socially conservative are not necessarily antagonistic positions (cf. the great number of gay men in the clergy). > Australia, where I am from I'd wondered if you might also be. Partly because I saw your comment elsewhere about not wanting to live in North America & not liking its aesthetic. I feel the same way and it's probably quite common for those who leave Australia and choose the UK over the US out of English speaking countries. > But sure, I guess the Russian economy is on the way up? Yes, and I could make quite a case for why that's true. Let me know if you want me to assemble such a case.