Michael Bellefountaine was a mainstay contributor to this website for several years. In addition to his numerous articles in the jonestown report which appear below, Michael spent hours with Don Beck deciphering, typing and analyzing the Edith Roller journals. He also transcribed a dozen tapes scattered throughout this listing.

Finally, he is the author of A Lavender Look at Peoples Temple, a history of gays and lesbians in the Temple. Michael’s mother Dora is currently representing the manuscript for publication.

“Research on Harvey Milk Renews Calls for Reappraisal of Peoples Temple” (2003)
Printable version.

“In search of truth” (2004)

“Christine Miller: A Voice of Independence” (2005)

“The People’s Temple: The Audience As Participants” (2005)

“Transcending Time: Kiddush Hashem and Jonestown” (2005)

“Christine Miller told me she was not afraid to die” (2006)

Documentary Raises Issues for Future Films to Explore (2006)

The Limits of Language (2006)

“Everybody is a homosexual” (2006)

Michael died in San Francisco on May 10, 2007. An obituary for Michael appears here. Numerous remembrances appear here.