During the WorldPride celebrations in Washington DC, two teenagers were stabbed and a man was shot, drawing concerns over safety. The event, held from May 23 to June 8, 2023, continued despite calls for a boycott due to anti-trans policies. The incidents occurred at Dupont Circle, a historic LGBTQ+ site, leading to discussions about park safety prior to the event. Although no arrests have been made, the community expressed a desire for Pride to remain a joyful occasion rather than one marred by violence.
We want this weekend to be a safe and fun celebration in our nation's capital, one that includes one of the best parks and community spaces in our city, Dupont Circle.
I get upset because Pride should be fun, everybody hugging and kissing and drinking responsibly. Everybody was dancing, having a good time. Then, it wasn't fun anymore.
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