Pretty much the same here. The Stonewall Riots in June of 1969 really started the fight for gay rights. Though it's been a very long fight. We are the last minority still waiting to be granted the same rights and protection the rest of the population enjoys. I see it happening pretty quickly now.
Anyone interested in the history of said riots should check out "Stonewall". It's a fun watch, and for Scandal fans, a fun new way to see "Huck".