juneteenth
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This Is Rich: Senate Passes Bill Making Juneteenth Federal Holiday While Republicans Are Working to Keep Slavery From Being Taught in Classrooms
On Tuesday, the Senate passed a resolution to make June 19 a paid holiday commemorating the end of slavery.
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Welcome To The Cookout (Juneteenth Edition)
Explore our interactive family cookout to learn more about Juneteenth cuisine
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On Juneteenth: Pulitzer Prize-Winning Historian Annette Gordon-Reed Explores the Origin of an American Holiday
Gordon-Reed's book of essays put a personal lens on the day commemorating the emancipation of Texas' enslaved population on June 19, 1865.
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Exclusive: The Smithsonian Channel Recruits Storytellers to Explore the Meaning of Juneteenth
The collection of original video essays is part of the network's multi-day commemoration of Juneteenth and an exploration of the Black experience in America.
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NC Plantation Cancels Juneteenth Event Where 'Massa' Would Have Waxed Poetic About the Confederacy
The mayor of Charlotte and other town and county officials have spoken out against the ill-conceived event.
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Apple Music to Release Juneteenth 2021 Freedom Songs, Featuring New Songs and Covers
Juneteenth (observed on June 19) is definitely one of the most significant celebrations in Black culture. As you know, celebrations typically come with a dope soundtrack, and Juneteenth is no exception. Very Smart Brothas even curated a playlist for the Black-ass holiday in 2020. This year, Apple Music announced their new original playlist titled Juneteenth…
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Pennsylvania Governor Issues Juneteenth Letter That References 'Death of African Americans at the Hands of Police.' Blue Tears Ensue
What happens when hit dogs holler at a Wolf? This isn’t a riddle; it’s the reality of what happened when Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf issued a letter regarding the celebration of Juneteenth. The letter reportedly included a statement about police violence against Black people in America, and surprising to no one Black, blue tears flowed,…
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National Museum of African American Music to Honor Quincy Jones, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson and Fisk Jubilee Singers
The National Museum of African American Music has chosen this year’s recipients of its Rhapsody & Rhythm Awards, and the selection is elite! On Wednesday, NMAAM announced it will honor Quincy Jones, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson and the Fisk Jubilee Singers, per Billboard. Aptly celebrating Black Music Month, the recipients will receive their honors at…
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Nicole Beharie Joins the Upcoming HBO Limited Series, Scenes from a Marriage Starring Oscar Isaac and Jessica Chastain
Miss Juneteenth star and Gotham Award winner Nicole Beharie has been tapped for a new limited series adaptation from HBO, Scenes from a Marriage. According to Deadline, Beharie is the latest addition to the cast and will appear in a supporting role alongside veteran actress Tovah Feldshuh and House of Cards’ Corey Stoll. Series stars…
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Sorry, White America, But All Holidays Matter
Today is July 4th, a.k.a Independence Day, a.k.a ID4, according to the seminal 1996 film. A day commemorating when some white dudes won their valiant fight to stop paying taxes to some other group of white dudes. For over 240 years, America has taken to grand fireworks displays, cookouts and a solid run of Will…