Mayor "not ready" to support gay rights

One of Europe's most bigoted politicians has once again defended naked prejudice in his city. Juozas Imbrasas, the Mayor of Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, was asked by journalists if he would back a campaign affirming freedom of assembly and expression for LGBT people in Europe. 19 mayors from across the EU have signed up, but Mr Imbrasas said: "I am not ready for such things yet." His response was unsurprising considering that Vilnius city council has effectively banned any gay Pride events on the grounds of "security. Mayor "not ready" to support gay rights
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