06/18/2026
Tomorrow we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States and honors the resilience, strength, and contributions of African Americans throughout history.
On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that enslaved people were free. This day became known as Juneteenth and is recognized as America's second Independence Day.
As we reflect on this important moment, we also remember the countless individuals who fought for freedom, equality, and civil rights. Leaders such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, John Lewis, and many others helped shape a more just nation through courage, sacrifice, and unwavering determination.
Juneteenth is more than a historical milestone. It is a reminder of how far we've come, the challenges that were overcome, and the work that continues to build a future rooted in freedom, opportunity, and respect for all.
Happy Juneteenth. โค๏ธ๐ค๐