Political Aspects of the 2014 Sochi Olympics

The major disputes during the time of the 2014 winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, are with the Circassians. They demanded that the events be cancelled or moved unless Russia apologizes for the 19th century deaths that the Circassians refer to as genocide. This includes: environmental and economic issues, lack of political stability and governance and the safety and human rights of lesbians, gay, bisexual, and transgender athletes. Many politicians have announced that they plan to boycott the Olympics in protest of Russia's human rights.