Pier 9, at 1824 Half St. SW to the west of South Capitol St. at Buzzard’s Point, was DC’s second gay ‘super’ dance club (following the Plus A One, on 8th St. SE).
On September 14, the Democratic Primary brought six of the seven candidates endorsed by the club (Gertrude Stein Democratic Club) won. There was a great influence from the club within the gay and lesbian communities. The club's support for these…