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PHOTOS: Congressional LGBT Pride

Victory Institute joined with Hill staffers for event at Rayburn House Office Building

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13 years ago

June 5, 2013

The Congressional LGBT Pride reception was held in Rayburn House Office Building on Wednesday. (Washington Blade photo by Damien Salas)

The Victory Institute joined with Gay, Lesbian and Allies Senate Staff (GLASS) Caucus, the LGBT Congressional Staff Association, Library of Congress GLOBE and the LGBT Equality Caucus to host the Congressional LGBT Pride Reception at Rayburn House Office Building on Wednesday, June 5. Speakers included Rep. David Cicilline (D-R.I.) and Rep. Jared Polis (D-Colo.).

(Washington Blade photos by Damien Salas)

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George Takei speaks on the main stage

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George Takei was among the featured guests at Awesome Con on March 14. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

The annual fantasy, comics and science fiction convention Awesome Con was held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on March 13-15. Featured guests included openly gay actor, author and activist, George Takei. The convention included LGBTQ panels and a “Pride Alley” with LGBTQ-specific booths in the exhibit hall.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)