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A history of political violence in the U.S., from Hamilton to Harvey Milk to Gabby Giffords

The attempt on Donald Trump's life Saturday was only the latest instance in a long history of violence against American political leaders.

Who was Harvey Milk?

Harvey Milk's legacy is honored every May 22 as Harvey Milk Day. Here's a little bit about exactly who the iconic advocate for LGBTQ+ rights was.

Dianne Feinstein: An LGBTQ+ Rights Champion

Feinstein was slow to embrace marriage equality but eventually did, and she supported the community in other ways.

Son of Late S.F. Mayor Moscone Marries Partner

Jonathan Moscone, whose father, Mayor George Moscone, was slain with Harvey Milk, married Darryl Carbonaro Friday in the mayor's balcony of San Francisco's City Hall.

Harvey Milk's original Advocate obituary from 1979

The gay rights icon was memorialized in the January 11, 1979 issue of The Advocate. Read the obituary below.

Gay-Friendly Calif. Attorney General on Prop. 8's Next Move

The Calif. A.G. tells us what happens if the Supreme Court refuses to take on Prop. 8.

WATCH: Senator Recalls Milk, Moscone Assassinations

The senator, who introduced an assault weapons ban Thursday, discussed her experience with gun violence in San Francisco in 1978.

Anti-Vaxxer Convicted of Threatening Gay State Senator Scott Wiener

The man sent a threatening email because he was upset about a proposed bill for vaccinating minors.

1978 Report: Murder And Mourning in San Francisco

On the 35th anniversary of Harvey Milk's death, The Advocate reprints its report of the days and events that followed.

Harvey Milk Gets A Forever Stamp

Gay activist and politician Harvey Milk will be honored with a U.S. Postal Service stamp, 36 years after his assassination.

S.F. City Hall Unveils Harvey Milk Tribute

On what would have been the slain rights leader's 78th birthday, the city of San Francisco unveiled a monumental statue of former city supervisor Harvey Milk in the rotunda of City Hall.

Harvey Milk to Be Honored on U.S. Postage Stamp

The historic gay political icon is the first openly LGBT elected official to be featured on U.S. postage.

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WATCH LIVE: Harvey Milk Stamp Dedication

Politicians, activists, and LGBT notables will attend a special event at the White House Thursday to officially dedicate the Harvey Milk Stamp at 3 p.m. Eastern time.

Actor Victor Garber Confirms: Yep, He's Gay

The well-regarded actor, currently on the big screen in Argo and the small one in Deception, says yes, his life partner is a man.

Sen. Dianne Feinstein's LGBTQ+ Record: Positive With Some Exceptions

Feinstein announced Tuesday that she won't seek reelection. Here'a a look at her record in San Francisco and the Senate.