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    Juneteenth and the belated message of emancipation

    Jun 17, 2021 3 minutes

    Juneteenth, the emancipation celebration recognized annually on June 19, captures the essence of an American ideal – freedom and justice for all.

    The holiday is a source of cultural pride and power for many African Americans. And in the face of last year’s social justice uprisings, it is enjoying a resurgence, including recognition beyond the Black community.

    “Emancipation days are humanitarian,” writes Wayne O’Bryant, a historian and author, via messenger app. “Just as the American civil rights movement inspired freedom movements around the world, our celebration of Juneteenth as a freedom holiday can inspire others to celebrate and

    What does Juneteenth have to do with the end of slavery?Is Juneteenth recognized as a national holiday?What can Juneteenth teach us about other emancipation days?

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