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Juneteenth: The Newest Federal Holiday
A History of Juneteenth
Juneteenth has been celebrated since the 1800s, when it was first observed in Texas to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. The holiday was made a state holiday in Texas in 1980, and in 2021, it became a federal holiday.
Juneteenth Today
Today, Juneteenth is celebrated with parades, festivals, and other events across the country. It is a time for reflection on the history of slavery in the United States, and for celebration of the progress that has been made since then.
President Biden Signs Juneteenth Bill
On Thursday, June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law. This makes June 19 a federal holiday, and it is the first new federal holiday to be added since Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 1983.
Juneteenth: A Day of Celebration and Reflection
Juneteenth is a day for celebration and reflection. It is a time to remember the history of slavery in the United States, and to celebrate the progress that has been made since then. It is also a time to recommit to the fight for racial justice and equality.
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