Juneteenth

2024 - 6 - 20

Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom and Unity

American history - Civil rights - Emancipation Proclamation - Juneteenth - Opal Lee

Discover the history and significance of Juneteenth, a holiday for all Americans, through activism, reflection, and commemoration.

Juneteenth, a significant day in American history, symbolizes the end of slavery in the United States. President Joe Biden recently declared Juneteenth a national holiday on June 17, 2021, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved individuals. The activist Opal Lee, also known as the 'grandmother of Juneteenth,' played a crucial role in advocating for the holiday's recognition at a federal level.

Juneteenth goes beyond being just a Black holiday; it serves as a reminder of unity and freedom for all Americans. Educators can integrate Juneteenth into their curriculum to enrich students' understanding of slavery and its aftermath. The Burnet-Eaton Museum Foundation hosted its third annual Juneteenth event, featuring insightful speakers who highlighted the historical significance of the day.

Governor Abbott issued a proclamation for Juneteenth in June 2024, commemorating Major General Gordon Granger's implementation of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas on June 19, 1865. Opal Lee's dedication to solidifying Juneteenth as a recognized holiday was honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, emphasizing the importance and impact of her activism.

Reflecting on Juneteenth, we celebrate the achievements and principles that define American freedom. Despite controversies surrounding the holiday, the essence of Juneteenth remains a symbol of progress and unity for the nation.

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Juneteenth offers new ways to teach about slavery, Black ... (Ohio Capital Journal)

Students often say they're not learning much about slavery beyond the suffering and harsh conditions. But educators can incorporate Juneteenth in ...

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Juneteenth: American celebration of freedom (Air Force Link)

President Joe Biden signed legislation making Juneteenth a national holiday June 17, 2021,

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Juneteenth isn't just a Black holiday. It's for all Americans (Texas Public Radio)

Opal Lee, the activist known as the grandmother of Juneteenth, worked hard to see it become a federal holiday. NPR's Michel Martin reflects on why it's a ...

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Burnett-Eaton Museum Foundation hosts third annual Juneteenth ... (WECT)

Speakers gave ...

Governor Abbott Issues Proclamation For Juneteenth In June 2024 (Office of the Texas Governor)

On June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Major General Gordon Granger issued General Order No. 3 in Texas, implementing the Emancipation Proclamation from two years ...

'Grandmother of Juneteenth' Opal Lee discusses her work to solidify ... (NPR)

Opal Lee, an activist for the Juneteenth holiday, was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Lee about the holiday ...

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Reflections on Juneteenth (Reason)

Juneteenth celebrates a great American achievement, and a triumph for the nation's Founding principles. Also, the culture war over the holiday is lame, ...

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Statement by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield on Juneteenth (United States Mission to the United Nations)

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, a profound day in American history that marks the end of slavery in the United States. On Juneteenth, we celebrate freedom ...

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North Texans walk with activist Opal Lee to celebrate Juneteenth (Houston Public Media)

Forth Worth activist and grandmother of Juneteenth Opal Lee led North Texans in a 2.5-mile walk to commemorate the end of slavery in Texas after the Civil ...

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Multiple people shot during Oakland Juneteenth celebration (SFGate)

There was a shooting at a Juneteenth celebration in Oakland, CA last night. There were multiple gunshot victims. As police attempted to escort others to safety ...

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'A whole lot of hope': Group holds freedom walk to celebrate ... (NBC Chicago)

Honoring the past and embracing the future together was the theme of a Juneteenth celebration along Chicago's lakefront Wednesday.

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Juneteenth events to celebrate around Iowa • Iowa Capital Dispatch (Iowa Capital Dispatch)

Organizations and cities across Iowa are celebrating Juneteenth with music festivals, learning opportunities and more.

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Students raise flag in honor of the national Juneteenth holiday (KPBS)

A group of San Diego Unified students raised a Juneteenth flag over the district's headquarters Tuesday in honor of the national holiday celebrating the end ...

Commemorating Juneteenth with the Wisdom of Ms. Opal Lee ... (USAID)

At USAID, we continue to work toward that better vision – in part by taking on the continuing threat of human trafficking, which keeps millions trapped in ...

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What's open and closed for Juneteenth? See which stores and ... (CBS News)

June 19th marks the third consecutive year as a federally recognized United States holiday. Some services and stores may be closed today to commemorate it.

Observing Juneteenth with a reading of the Emancipation ... (NPR)

For Juneteenth on Morning Edition, professor Nathan Connolly reflects on the promise of the Emancipation Proclamation, and NPR staff voice the document in ...

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Don't Let the Left Ruin Juneteenth's True Meaning (Heritage.org)

America on Wednesday will celebrate Juneteenth as a federal holiday for the fourth time. Yet the holiday, born out of bipartisanship, is becoming more ...

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