Slow Burn Gays Against Briggs | 6. The Murders at City Hall
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Jun 26, 2024 The podcast explores the nerve-wracking election night victory against Prop 6, the tragic murders at City Hall, the aftermath of political maneuvering, the assassination of Harvey Milk and Mayor Moscone, and Milk's premonition of his own death.
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Election Night Reactions
- On election night 1978, gay activists anxiously awaited the results of Proposition 6.
- Celebrations erupted in the streets of Los Angeles and San Francisco upon its defeat.
From Triumph to Tragedy
- The victory against Proposition 6 was a monumental achievement for gay rights.
- It was quickly overshadowed by the tragic murders at San Francisco City Hall.
Briggs' Other Win
- While gay activists celebrated, John Briggs focused on the success of Proposition 7, expanding capital punishment.
- Some believe Briggs used Proposition 6 as a distraction to pass Proposition 7.