I hate to jump in and sound like Mr. Politically Correct, but I actually felt embarrassed while reading that article. A gay man adds a gay character to a series, while continuing (if not even emphasising) the hero's use of knowledge and skill in resolving problems (yes, as a man, getting things done)! OH NO! RELEASE THE DOGS!

It's annoying because I definitely do believe that sci-fi is getting 'watered down' with 'relationship drama' (see the recently launched Stargate Universe as an example - if one were prone to puns, it could probably safely be called "'Lost' in Space"), but I can't help but think the tone of the piece suggests something of an ulterior motive for its vitriol.