Before the Emmys Were Gay

Today's New York Times features a touching story by Norman Sunshine about his 1976 Emmy win for graphics.  He was compelled to attend the ceremony with a woman instead of his partner of 18 years (they're still together today).  His experience stands in sharp contrast to the Emmys of today where Jane Lynch can thank her wife from the podium and be invited back to host the next year.  It's well worth reading.