The Juneteenth Holiday: History, Memory, & the Real Progress

Juneteenth is now a federal holiday and, well, I have many thoughts that of course dive into history's context. The U.S. has continuously had an idea of progress that aligns with the same racist system that is at the core of its foundation. This holiday is coming at a time when people are arguing against Critical Race Theory, there is more legislation that needs to be passed for Black lives (like the anti-lynching bill, legislation that would protect Black voters, etc.), reparations are still being argued against, and more. So, what does this holiday mean? Join my Patreon to get access to history and antiracism content! Follow me on Instagram @sincerely.lettie and follow this podcast @historyshowsuspodcast. Please rate, subscribe, review, and share!