Of course, I suspect there are some folk here in the US who aren't thrilled by them, either … but the US doesn't have a law banning "gay propaganda," even though such emoji clearly "promote non-traditional sexual relationships," "deny family values," and show "disrespect for parents and other family members."
(They also promote blue/pink color associations for boys and girls, but that's for another post.)
Originally shared by +David Badash:
Russians claim the emojis "promote non-traditional sexual relationships."
Apple Under Investigation, Could Face Fines For Violating ‘Gay Propaganda’ Law – Over LGBT Emojis
Apple could be forced to pay fines or suspend all activities across Russia for three months if the company is found guilty of violating the country’s ‘gay propaganda’ law.
