As Juneteenth celebrations begin in Topeka, advocates push for it to become a state holiday
The Topeka Capital-Journal via Yahoo News· 10 months agoWith Juneteenth now a federal holiday, Kansans are now turning their attention to pushing for a...
How corporate America is approaching Juneteenth, the newest national holiday
NBC Universal via AOL· 2 years agoPresident Joe Biden signed a law decreeing Juneteenth a national holiday on Thursday, adding the...
EDITORIAL: Juneteenth marks nation's failings, potential
Tribune Publishing via Yahoo News· 2 years agoJun. 18—More than 150 years after its genesis, Juneteenth serves as a powerful statement about the American promise — a statement that is meaningful to all Americans. The holiday celebrates ...
Southern states continue recognition of Confederate holidays
Tribune Publishing via Yahoo News· 2 years agoJun. 19—Fourteen U.S. congressmen opposed making Juneteenth a national holiday in Wednesday's vote. Many of them represent states that continue to observe Confederate holidays. Juneteenth commemorates ...