This is not to say that cities in developing nations don't deserve the honor of hosting Olympics, but simply that resources poured into these countries would be better spent improving cities for the people who will continue living them long after Olympics have moved on.

When you grow up gay in this part of America, where LGBT people are essentially invisible, just one hero can change your life.

Another day, another court battle lost for the Russian LGBT community, this time set to the tune of Secret Agent Man.

I believe every Olympic Games where athletes, spectators, journalists, and others from around the globe congregate for a hallowed two weeks is a testimony to miracle of humanity. I believe that people are inherently good unless some "neuro-circuitry" misfires or is misguided.