1980: The New York State Court of Appeals abolishes the state’s sodomy laws.

1982: The Quebec government overwhelmingly approves a measure that gives domestic partners of gays and lesbians legal protection and access to economic benefits previously restricted to straights.

1984: The Times of Harvey Milk wins the New York Critics’ Award for Best Documentary of the Year.

2010: The U.S. Senate votes 65 to 31 in favor of repealing Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell, and President Obama officially repeals the military policy.