As controversial as he is, he is one of the true heroes of the movement. There were many others though. However we celebrate them all (as well as all the women - particularly many lesbians) that kept the community alive and the presence seen. Larry Kramer must have been slightly disconcerted that he would have to go through the same thing again, tho not amazed. I hope he is happy knowing that his community acknowledges how much good he did. I wish I had down a smidgen as much.