Runner Nick Symmonds dedicates world track silver medal in Russia to his gay, lesbian friends
Two days ago, I criticized American middle distance runner Nick Symmonds for saying he was a gay ally, yet would remain silent about Russia's anti-gay laws while competing at the World Track and Field Championships in Moscow. But after taking the silver medal in the men's 800 meters, Symmonds was not silent, telling Russia's R-Sport […]
By Jim Buzinski | August 13, 2013