But while a number of professional athletes and celebrity personalities have voiced their displeasure , some Russian athletes have come out in support of the legislation .
At issue is the country 's anti-gay propaganda laws , legislation that bans the promotion of gay , lesbian and bisexual causes .
While a number of professional athletes and celebrity personalities have voiced their displeasure , some Russian athletes have come out in support of the legislation .
At issue is the country 's anti-gay propaganda laws , legislation that bans the promotion of gay , lesbian and bisexual causes .