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Caitlyn Jenner says she gets more backlash being Republican than trans
former Olympian says her views on gay marriage are changing
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Caitlyn Jenner says she’s received more backlash for being a Republican than for being trans.
During a recent event at University of Pennsylvania Billy Penn reports the reality star was asked by a student why she wasn’t a Democrat.
“I have gotten more flak for being a conservative Republican than I have for being trans,” Jenner replied.
Buzz Bissinger, who wrote Jenner’s Vanity Fair story and will collaborate with Jenner on her tell-all memoir, weighed in that transitioning doesn’t change a mindset.
“Just because you change gender doesn’t mean you change your core beliefs,” Bissinger added.
Jenner, who has spoken out about her conservative views on gay marriage, says she’s become more accepting.
“At first I was not for it… but as time has gone, I think, like a lot of people on this issue, have really changed their thinking here to, ‘I don’t ever want to stand in front of anybody’s happiness,’ you know? That’s not my job,” Jenner said.
The former Olympian also said fame didn’t factor into her decision to transition.
“I don’t need the money. So I don’t understand that claim,” Jenner said.
“No one transitions for financial gain. No way. You don’t do it unless you know deep down in your soul that it’s the right thing to do. If I can’t be honest with myself about what I’m doing, I’m no good for anything,” Jenner concluded.
The Capital Pride Alliance presented the 2026 Capital Pride Honors at “The Audacity Brunch: In Full Fuchsia” at the Four Seasons Hotel Washington, D.C. on Sunday, June 7.
(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)
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Congressional Cemetery hosts Gays & Graves
Daylong Pride celebration blends history, remembrance, art and community
Historic Congressional Cemetery will host the second annual “Gays & Graves: A Big Gay Festival” on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m.
The event will feature pioneering activist Randy Wicker, the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, and new public art installations and programs celebrating LGBTQ+ history. Gays & Graves is an official partner event of Capital Pride 2026.
This event is a daylong Pride celebration blending history, remembrance, art and community. Visitors can shop from LGBTQ+ and allied artists and makers, experience performances and interactive installations, and engage with programs exploring LGBTQ+ history and lived experience.
For more details, visit the cemetery’s website.
Baltimore Pride is underway, taking place from June 8-14.
The Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 13 at 12 p.m. at Charles Street & North Avenue, followed by the Pride Block Party at 1 p.m. at Druid Hill Park. And then the Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, June 14 at 12 p.m. at Druid Hill Park.
There will be an array of additional events including: a fashion show, a “Suits and Sneakers” reception and a 5k race, among many other events.
For more details, visit Baltimore Pride’s website.
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