Whether one agrees with the Russian Orthodox Church on this point or not, a
survey of recent Russian history indicates that Russians feel a need for «spirituality» and «authentic ideals» that go
beyond simple material abundance.
This suggests that the cultural change of the last few decades extends
beyond simple tolerance of gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals and their civil rights to include acceptance of same - sex sexuality and the freedom to engage in same - sex sexuality — or at least the freedom to report one has done so on a
survey.