''If Harvey had not been taken from us 30 years ago, I think he would want me to say to all the gay and lesbian kids out there tonight who have been told they are less than by the churches, by the government, by their families, that you are beautiful, wonderful creatures of value, and that no matter what anyone tells you, God does love you and that very soon, I promise you, you will have equal rights, federally, across this great nation of ours.''

Dustin Lance Black, screenwriter for "Milk," a movie about pioneering gay politician Harvey Milk of San Francisco. Black, who is openly gay, also mentioned his wish to someday be married. (Associate Press) Read Metro Weekly's interview with Dustin Lance Black and others behind the Oscar-winning film 'Milk'