
In 2021, June 19 became a federal holiday as President Biden formally acknowledged Juneteenth in the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. This day has been celebrated by the Black community since the 1800s--why did it take so long to become a national holiday? And what exactly...

In 2021, June 19 became a federal holiday as President Biden formally acknowledged Juneteenth in the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. This day has been celebrated by the Black community since the 1800s--why did it take so long to become a national holiday? And what exactly...

"At its center, Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom. It's a holiday that connects Black Americans with the history of enslaved people in the United States. It encourages them to come together and work toward a future where freedom means more than just not being enslaved. It...