seconding this – i've had very brief interactions with FC, but i feel like they deserve a second chance, considering they're also willing to change. i have a similar background to them, i am, also, queer and russian, and this environment definitely heavily affects you. i've been saying some nasty shit maybe 4-5 years ago (definitely not to the degree that FC has, mostly focusing on the queer part of it, yet still) and i've drastically changed my views since then by interacting with the lgbt community and educating myself. russia to this day heavily stereotypes both queer and poc individuals and you need to be in the right circles to be up to date on everything, which would be completely coincidental if you don't seek out a more progressive surrounding. nobody is expected to forgive them, but i feel like they deserve understanding for their situation