Crime | Lech Walesa Former Polish Prez Skirts Hate Crimes Charge Lech Walesa sparked outrage with anti-gay words By Newser Editors and Wire Services Posted Mar 13, 2013 3:37 PM CDT Copied In this Monday, April 23, 2012 file photo former Polish President Lech Walesa speaks during a panel discussion at the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, file) Former Polish President Lech Walesa sparked outrage earlier this month when he said gays have no right to a prominent role in politics, adding that any gay lawmakers should sit in the back of Parliament or "even behind the wall." But, though an activist filed a formal complaint against the Nobel Peace Prize laureate for promoting the hatred of a sexual minority, prosecutors announced today that he did not commit a crime under Polish law. Read These Next Marjorie Taylor Greene says her feud has put a target on her back. Trump order brings end to Buddy Holly tribute. Todd Snider, who helped shape Americana music, dies. Texas trooper pulled from duty after clashing with football players. Report an error