This is in response to the person on the board who said that Madonna doesn't stand up for gay rights. First off, if you've ever bothered to watch 'Truth or Dare' (In Bed With Madonna), you'd have heard her take on that subject. This statement was posted on Facebook today from M.

Madonna Answers St Petersburg's Controversy:

I'm a freedom fighter.
My show
My songs
My work
My art
Is all about freedom of expression
Freedom to choose to speak to act
Always with humanity and compassion
I will come to St. Petersburg to speak up for the gay community, to support the gay community and to give strength and inspiration to anyone who is or feels opressed.
I don't run away from adversity.
I will speak during my show about this ridiculous atrocity.