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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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The Capital Stonewall Democrats 50th Anniversary is held at Pepco Edison Place Gallery on Friday, March 20. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Awesome Con

George Takei speaks on the main stage

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March 15, 2026

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

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(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)