Gay Rights Surrounding the Sochi Olympics part 3

Many relatives and friends of people competing in the Olympics fear for their safety due to the threats surrounding gay people at the olympics. Some relatives have decided to stay home because they don't know what the upcoming olympics bring. Of course everyone wants to have a safe, harm-free Olympics but with the Russian laws, that makes it more difficult to promise. Russia doesn't want confrontation but if it comes down to it, then so be it.
In my opinion, if there are threats surrounding gays towards the Olympics, then that issue should be addressed because it could cause serious danger for not only the athletes, but friends and family as well. People come from all over the world to see these athletes compete, and it would be a shame for something to go awry. Hopefully prior to the events, these issues will be addressed and put to rest once and for all. Homophobic views towards the athletes will only cause more ruckus and problems for the Olympic Organization.

works cited:
http://www.haaretz.com/news/world/1.540620