Juneteenth: Marching Towards Being that Perfect Union
- basspublicaffairs
- Jun 18
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 12
Juneteenth, marking June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom, is a vital celebration of liberation and a reminder of America’s complex democratic journey. Celebrating Juneteenth honors a nation committed to living up to its noble ideals.
The Declaration of Independence, penned by men who owned humans, embodies the contradictions of a nation founded on liberty yet marred by slavery.
Juneteenth stands alongside other pivotal moments in the march toward the self-evident truth of equality being a gift from God, not a concession from man. August 26, 1920, when women secured voting rights via the 19th Amendment, expanded democracy’s reach. The Voting Rights Act of 1965, signed on August 6, dismantled barriers to Black political participation. The 13th Amendment’s ratification on December 6, 1865, abolished slavery, laying a foundation for freedom.
Juneteenth also connects to other milestones: the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (July 2), which outlawed segregation; the Fair Housing Act of 1968 (April 11), addressing housing discrimination; and the Equal Pay Act of 1963 (June 10), advancing gender fairness. These moments reflect America’s ongoing struggle to align reality with its ideals.
As we honor this day, we acknowledge that democracy is not a destination but a journey.
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