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Juneteenth National Independence Day marks one of the most important milestones in American history. Celebrated on June 19, it commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Texas finally learned of their freedom—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. This delay highlights the painful reality that freedom was not granted equally or immediately to all.

Juneteenth serves as a reminder that liberty must be actively protected and communicated. It encourages reflection on the struggles endured by millions and honors the resilience of those who survived oppression. Today, Juneteenth is both a celebration and a call to continue striving for justice, equality, and understanding in modern society.