On July 20, 1983, Gerry was censured for having an affair 10 years earlier with a male page. He turned his back as the charges against him were read. The anti-gay crew had worked hard to demonize him (as they would Barney Frank several years later over allegations of a male prostitute having clients in Frank's apartment). Gerry held a press conference with the page and admitted to a relationship. http://www.dkosopedia.com/wiki/Gerry_Studds
I see where Foley is "coming out" as an alcholic. How about "coming out" as a homosexual? It will be very interesting to see how the Times and CNN handles that announcement when/if it occurs. After all, this is part and parcel of the "lifestyle"