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Just One Good Thing: Juneteenth Becomes Federal Holiday
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In this episode, we discuss the importance of Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday in the United States.
Passed as the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, and signed into law on June 17th, 2021, this act recognizes the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and highlights a pivotal moment in American history.
We also address the differences in political recognition of Juneteenth, the benefits of acknowledging this day, and the broader implications for racial justice and equality.
Additionally, viewers are encouraged to vote and assist others in their voter registrations to ensure a brighter future.
Here is a fact-checking link you can use to help convince people you're speaking with: https://sgp.fas.org/crs/misc/R44865.pdf.
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