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PHOTOS: HRC National Dinner

President Barack Obama speaks at annual gala

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15 years ago

October 6, 2011

President Barack Obama speaks at the Human Rights Campaign National Dinner on Oct. 1. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The Human Rights Campaign held its annual National Dinner at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Oct. 1. President Barack Obama addressed the hundreds of attendees. Special guests included rugby legend and anti-bullying activist Ben Cohen, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, actress Sarah Jessica Parker, author Betty DeGeneres and wrestler Hudson Taylor. Featured entertainment included Greyson Chance, Cyndi Lauper and Mika.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: HRC National Dinner

Human Rights Campaign hosts annual gala event

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(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)