Murderer No-one Wants (Press, 29 January 1985)
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Summary: Murderer No-one Wants (Press, 29 January 1985)
Dan White, the man responsible for the assassination of San Francisco Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk seven years prior, has officially completed his prison sentence and is now a free man. Despite this legal status, his return to San Francisco is met with widespread disapproval and hostility from the community. Mayor Dianne Feinstein, who succeeded Moscone after his death, has publicly warned White to stay away from the city, even instructing the chief of police to relay that both White and his family would be in danger should he choose to return. The public's animosity towards White stems from the brutal nature of his crimes. He shot Moscone after being denied a reappointment to the Board of Supervisors and targeted Milk due to his vocal opposition to White's anti-gay sentiments. These actions sparked outrage within San Francisco's substantial gay community, which erupted into violent protests following White's lenient sentence. Despite having served his time, White has never shown remorse for his actions, exacerbating the feelings of anger and bitterness among those affected by his crimes. Mayor Feinstein acknowledges the potential for violence arising from White's presence in the city, although no explicit threats have been made against him. Other California towns have also expressed reluctance to welcome White back, indicating a broader sentiment against him statewide. While White's wife continues to live in San Francisco, and the family maintains a business there, details regarding White's current whereabouts are kept largely confidential, known only to a small group of close friends and officials. Some reports suggest a few individuals are quietly advocating for his return. However, given the overall climate of hostility and the mayor's stern warnings, it remains uncertain whether White will attempt to reintegrate into the community he once terrorised.
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