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Glenn Beck calls Milo Yiannopoulos ‘hurt 13-year-old boy’

political commentator says ‘I don’t know what pain you had to go through’

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9 years ago

September 6, 2016

Mariah Cooper

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Following Milo Yiannopoulos’s verbal sparring with ABC’s Terry Moran on “Nightline,” Glenn Beck has penned a letter to Yiannopoulos bashing the conservative Breitbart tech editor for his Twitter smear campaign against actress Leslie Jones.

“I don’t know what pain you had to go through to make you so cold and distant from any feelings of compassion and basic kindness but causing hurt makes you into the monster you are running from,” Beck wrote in a Facebook post. “You can hide behind anything that helps you sleep… but at some point you will come to the realization that you have become that bully that hurt you so deeply in the past.”

In the Nightline interview, Yiannopoulos defends his actions against Jones, which eventually led to the permanent ban of his Twitter account. The exchange grew heated as Moran asked Yiannopoulos if he would call Jones “dude” and Yiannopoulos replies he “probably would.”

“Then you’re an idiot,” Moran responds.“You’re going to go after somebody’s body to denigrate their ideas? What grade are you in? Seriously. Are you a 13-year-old boy?”

Beck also called Yiannopoulos’ views childish.

“This is the path taken by Russia 1917 and Germany 1930. We must distance ourselves from the populist and nationalist anger. At NO time in history has that lead any place of safety or freedom,” Beck continued. “I feel badly for those who are in or are drawn to this circle as they must surely be deeply wounded. The sexism, racism, hatred for anyone that opposes their line of thinking is, time after time, presented as something a desperate 10 or 13 year old boy would do. We need to pray for those who feel this alone.”

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Washington Blade’s Pride on the Pier returns bigger than ever with two-day WorldPride celebration

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13 hours ago

April 15, 2025

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The Washington Blade’s Pride on the Pier will be extended to a two-day celebration in honor of WorldPride coming to D.C. this year. Taking place on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at The Wharf, this year’s event promises more entertainment, more community, and more pride than ever before — all set against the stunning waterfront backdrop of our nation’s capital.

With the addition of Friday, the party kicks off at 3 p.m., with the inaugural WorldPride Boat Parade at 7 p.m. As an Official WorldPride Partner event, the boat parade will feature 30 decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel. For information on signing up for the boat parade contact Stephen Rutgers at [email protected].

Saturday’s signature Pier Party kicks off at 12 p.m., featuring a drag show, DJ’s, streaming of the WorldPride Parade, and the iconic Fireworks Show Presented by the Leonard-Litz Foundation — one of D.C. Pride’s most anticipated spectacles.

“We’re expanding Washington Blade Pride on the Pier to reflect the excitement and momentum building for WorldPride in D.C.,” said Blade publisher Lynne Brown. “It’s a celebration of our community’s progress and a powerful reminder of the joy and visibility Pride brings to the heart of our city.”

Now in its seventh year, Washington Blade Pride on the Pier extends the city’s annual celebration of LGBTQ visibility to the bustling Wharf waterfront with an exciting array of activities and entertainment for all ages. The District Pier will offer DJs, dancing, drag, and other entertainment. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase for those 21 and older.

Pride on the Pier is free and open to the public, with VIP tickets available for exclusive pier access, hosted bars, and private viewing areas for the boat parade and the fireworks show. To purchase VIP tickets visit www.prideonthepierdc.com/vip.

Friday VIP: 5-9 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, cash bar and complimentary drink.

Saturday VIP Session #1: 2-5 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered food, and an open bar.

Saturday VIP Session #2: 6-9 p.m., enjoy the air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered snacks and dinner, and open bar with a front-row view of the fireworks.

Event Details:

📍 Location: District Pier at The Wharf (101 District Sq., S.W., Washington, D.C.)
📅 Dates: Friday, June 6 & Saturday, June 7, 2025
🛥️Boat Parade: 7 p.m. (June 6). 🎆 Fireworks Show: 9 p.m. (June 7)
🎟️ VIP Tickets: www.PrideOnThePierDC.com/VIP

Event sponsors include Absolut, Capital Pride, DC Fray, Infinate Legacy, Heineken, Leonard-Litz Foundation, Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs, Relish Catering, Washingtonian, and The Wharf. More information regarding activities will be released at www.PrideOnThePierDC.com