Obama
warned
that the
move
would
complicate
U.S.
relations
with
Uganda.
The U.S.
President,
Barack
Obama, on
Monday,
expressed
disappointment at Ugandan President, Yoweri Museveni’s plan to
enact a legislation that would criminalise homosexuality.
Obama warned that the move would complicate U.S. relations with
Uganda and would be a step backward for all Ugandans.
The warning came after Mr. Museveni said he would sign the bill into
law, following an explanation by medical experts that homosexuality
is not genetic.
The U.S president said “once the anti-homosexuality bill in Uganda
becomes a law, it will be more than an affront and a danger to the
gay community in that country.
“It will be a step backward for all Ugandans and will reflect poorly on
Uganda’s commitment to protect the rights of the people.
“People
should be
treated
equally
and
should
have the
opportunity to reach their fullest potential, no matter who they are or
whom they love,” Mr. Obama said.
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