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PHOTOS: LGBTQ+ Victory at the DNC

Pete Buttigieg speaks at Chicago event

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2 years ago

August 21, 2024

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg speaks at the LGBTQ+ Victory at the DNC event on Tuesday. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The LGBTQ+ Victory Institute held the “LGBTQ+ Victory at the DNC” reception at theWIT in Chicago on Tuesday, August 21. Speakers included Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Victory Fund President and CEO Annise Parker, and actors Zachary Quinto and Wilson Cruz. Comedian Dana Goldberg served as the emcee.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

Covering the @VictoryFund @VictoryInst event with elected officials during the DNC in Chicago for @WashBlade . Secretary Pete Buttigieg speaking: pic.twitter.com/FoGjIAbx0X
— Michael Patrick Key (@MichaelKeyWB) August 20, 2024

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PHOTOS: Black Pride Opening Reception

Durand Bernarr headlines program

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5 days ago

May 24, 2026

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Durand Bernarr performs at the 2026 DC Black Pride Opening Reception on Friday, May 22. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The DC Black Pride Opening Reception was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Friday, May 22. Grammy Award-winning artist Durand Bernarr was the headline performer. Comedian Anthony Oakes was the host. Speakers included Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson and Center For Black Equity President Kenya Hutton, as well as speakers from health organizations and sponsors. The event featured performances from Billy the Goat, Jay Columbus, Akeem Woods, Rue Pratt, Be Steadwell and Bennu Byrd.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Black Pride Pageant and Unity Ball

Back-to-back events held on first night of D.C. Black Pride

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6 days ago

May 23, 2026

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The 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. (Washington Blade photo by Landon Schackelford)

The Mr. and Miss DC Black Pride Pageant was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. Following the pageant, Black Pride events continued with the 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball.

(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)