What I Am Still Learning About Juneteenth

Abstract

At its core, Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, progress, and success for African Americans. It marked the end of slavery in the United States and commemorates the date in 1865 when the Union army arrived in Galveston, Texas to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation two years after issuance. The topic of slavery is sensitive and sparks a number of reactions. It's never too late to educate yourself and those around you. It’s never too early to educate yourselves. To be a land where all people are created equal. No matter your race or background, these are these are all qualities to which we can relate.