The Russian government outlawing 'emo'

The Russian government is in the process of drafting a law to make emo and goth music illegal, says the Moscow Times.

"The Duma last month held a parliamentary hearing on a raft of proposed amendments contained in a document called 'Government Strategy in the Sphere of Spiritual and Ethical Education,'" a copy of which was obtained by The Moscow Times.

Among other measures, the proposed legislation apparently calls for heavy regulation of emo web sites and for banning young people dressed like emos from entering schools and government buildings.

According to the bill, The "negative ideology" of emo culture may push young people toward depression and social withdrawal, and the movement carries a significant risk of suicide, especially for young girls."

The Times says "The bill also outlines what it calls a 'spiritual and ethical crisis' facing Russian youth, including the high rate of alcohol abuse, teen abortions and 'negative youth movements.'

Just leave it to the Russians to try to avoid change. Hey, its why you lost the cold war you stupid fucks.

Posted by emomixtape at August 10, 2008 10:21 AM
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