"Nothing could have fully prepared us for the magnitude of fear and uncertainty that gripped our community after the inauguration,"
"Personally, I felt the weight of depression settle in as the political attacks continued to dehumanize the LGBTQ+ community and spur hate, impacting our everyday lives."
"Yet in that struggle, we were defiant, showed our resilience, and ability to protest with radical joy,"
"We knew, unequivocally, that meeting this moment mattered more than ever and we were determined to have our voices heard, remain visible, and showcase the rich fabric that represents the District of Columbia."
WorldPride 2025 in Washington, D.C. drew about 1.2 million attendees and generated approximately $310 million in spending, falling well short of projections. Organizers lost significant funding and experienced corporate sponsorship withdrawals, while several overseas LGBTQ+ groups urged a boycott. Capital Pride Alliance leadership described fear, uncertainty, and depression within the community after the inauguration, coupled with determination, defiance, resilience, and protests expressed as radical joy. Sponsors such as Booz Allen Hamilton withdrew support amid concerns about losing government business following an executive order targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
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