FAQ About Harvey Milk
What was the White Night riot?
The White Night riots were a series of violent events that occurred on May 21, 1979, in San Francisco. Protesters took to the streets following the light sentencing of Dan White, who had killed Harvey Milk and Mayor George Moscone. The riots were a reflection of the anger and frustration felt by the LGBTQ+ community and its allies over perceived injustices and systemic discrimination.
