Friend,
Happy Juneteenth! Juneteenth marks the date that the enslaved people of Galveston, TX learned they were free on June 19th, 1865, more than two years after Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation.
Today is a celebration of independence, justice, and joy, but it also comes with the recognition that Black Americans continue to face inequality. We can honor the history of progress with celebration and with the commitment to continuing the fight.
I will always continue to push for the justice, peace, and equity that Black Americans deserve. That’s why I voted for Juneteenth to become a national holiday when it was brought to the House floor and why I will always fight for economic progress and fairness for all.
Have a safe and happy Juneteenth.
— Eric
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