Russians Share Their Thoughts On The 'Gay Witch Hunt' Happening In Their Home Country (VIDEO)

WATCH: Russians Speak Out About Putin's 'Gay Witch Hunt'

Russia's anti-gay laws have been filling headlines this summer, especially with increased visibility due to the Winter Olympics being held there next year.

And now that Obama has reportedly invited Russian LGBT advocates to meet with him at the G20 Summit, some are wondering if this meeting will make a difference to the lawmakers in Russia.

HuffPost Live's Dena Takruri spoke with Founder and Co-President of RUSA LGBT, Yelena Goltsman, to hear her thoughts on Obama's upcoming meeting with Russian LGBT advocates. To see the conversation, click on the video above, and to watch the entire segment click here.

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