Policing LGBTQ+ Spaces and Military Conscription in Russia

This chapter explores the controversial police raids on gay clubs in Russia, questioning their motivations and broader implications for the LGBTQ+ community amid ongoing military drafts. It dives into the irony of gay men being conscripted despite government suppression of their nightlife, connecting these actions to the challenges faced by the Russian government in military enlistment. The conversation also draws parallels to global LGBTQ issues and critiques the military-industrial complex while discussing political figures like Bernie Sanders.

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