Dr. Anthony Fauci praised the "incredible courage and dignity and strength" of the gay community — while standing next to homophobic vice president Mike Pence.The director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases made the remarks at the White House press briefing while addressing how COVID-19 is disproportionately impacting Black Americans.“Sometimes, when you’re in the middle of a crisis, it does shine a very bright light on some of the weaknesses of our society.