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159 years ago today, Union soldiers informed the last enslaved people in
Galveston, Texas of their freedom — some two and a half years after
President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation.
And though it’s only been a federal holiday since 2021, Juneteenth is a
significant day celebrating the liberation and freedom of Black Americans
in what has become known as our country’s second ‘Independence Day.’
But as we celebrate today, we must remember and recognize how the Black
community continues to make a way out of no way, overcoming trials and
structural hurdles that have remained in place to defer true justice and
equality.
The importance of celebrating Juneteenth, then, like now, recognizes the
ongoing fight for equality, accountability and moreover to laud Black
resilience and achievements while continuing to aid in the preservation of
the narratives and moments in time that have advanced racial justice since
June 19, 1865.
We hope you’re able to join us today to celebrate the progress that we’ve
made and reflect on the challenges ahead.
Happy Juneteenth,
— LeftNet
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