the briggs INITIATivE
On November 7, 1978, The Briggs Initiative/California Proposition 6 begins. Its purpose forbids gays, lesbians, and supporters of homosexuality from obtaining teaching positions in public school within California. As John Briggs continues with this movement, Harvey Milk along with public figures varying from California Governor Ronald Reagan to President Jimmy Carter fights against the movement later defeating the proposition. Save Our Children, an organization favoring the idea of nullifying the gay rights ordinance, commence by Anita Bryant faces failure for the first time ever since The Briggs Initiative plays a role in the organization.
Even though San Francisco occupies the nickname, “Gay Mecca”, a homophobic society does take place once during the past. In 1978, a state senator holding passionate views on traditions votes in favor of the Briggs Initiative which prevents homosexuals from teaching positions in public schools. Energetic activists along with Milk successfully puts the ballot to void. Former police and city official, Dan White, assassins Mayor Moscone and Supervisor Milk from entering City Hall with a rifle through a door lacking a metal detector. As a consequence, Dan White receives a light punishment for his heartless homicide during a trial taking place on May 21, 1979. White Night Riot occurs and becomes the most immense riots in San Francisco history taking place at Civic Centre Plaza.
Sources for pictures:
1. http://www.qualiafolk.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Prop-6-ad-e1336466369414.jpg
2. http://blogs.sfweekly.com/thesnitch/harvey%20milk%20day%20.png
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4. http://www.politicalgraphics.org/album/37closet/270_PG_353.jpg
1. http://www.qualiafolk.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Prop-6-ad-e1336466369414.jpg
2. http://blogs.sfweekly.com/thesnitch/harvey%20milk%20day%20.png
3. http://www.gaynz.com/articles/uploads/1/glbths_1998_36_1978GayDayParade005_BACABI_web.jpg
4. http://www.politicalgraphics.org/album/37closet/270_PG_353.jpg