Post #2610675
2023-06-19 15:45 UTC
In response to passionate support from advocates and the Congressional Black Caucus, the Senate passed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act on June 15, 2021, with unanimous agreement. This act officially recognizes Juneteenth as a federal holiday. The House approved it on June 16. On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed the bill into law, establishing Juneteenth as the 11th federal holiday in the US.
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@Deglassco@mastodon.social 2023-06-19 15:49
This historic moment marks the first time a new federal holiday has been established since the designation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 1983. From modest Texas origins, Juneteenth became a cherished celebration observed in cities and towns across the United States of America. This day commemorates freedom, Black American accomplishments, promotes American democracy, & fosters reverence for diverse cultures. 15/16 #BlackHistory #BlackMastodon #histodons #History #histodons #Juneteenth
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@barrygoldman1@sauropods.win 2023-06-19 17:08
@Deglassco@mastodon.social that took 156 years. i suppose it'll still take longer!
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@staidwinnow@mastodon.social 2023-06-19 17:33
@Deglassco@mastodon.social Today would have been a good day to unveil that Tubman $20 bill.