From Alexander Hamilton’s fatal duel to the assassinations of Harvey Milk and Gabby Giffords, the U.S. has a long, troubled history of political violence that continues to shape its national discourse.
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In a heated dispute over textbooks and Harvey Milk’s legacy, one city grapples with how history is taught. The debate highlights broader tensions around education and LGBTQ+ representation nationwide.
Harvey Milk, a pioneering gay rights activist and San Francisco’s first openly gay elected official, remains a symbol of LGBTQ+ empowerment. His legacy endures in the ongoing fight for equality.
San Francisco leaders condemned former President Trump’s move to remove gay rights icon Harvey Milk’s name from a Navy ship. Officials called the action an affront to LGBTQ+ history and civil rights progress.
A naval ship named after LGBTQ+ icon Harvey Milk is set for a controversial name change, sparking debate. Several other vessels honoring historic figures may also face renaming in the coming months.