(TheRedAlertNews.com) – Using Twitter as a platform to broadcast and sound off about Juneteenth — now a federal holiday since President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law last year — former President Barack Obama called on Americans to “remember that struggle [of “enslaved Black folks”] for freedom as we reflect on how far we’ve come as a country—and on the work that remains undone.”
Juneteenth recognizes the anniversary of the announcement by Union Army General Gordon Granger on June 19, 1865, proclaiming freedom for enslaved people in Texas.
According to Obama:
“Juneteenth is a time to commemorate the anniversary of the delayed news of freedom reaching the enslaved Black folks in Galveston, Texas. Today, we remember that struggle for freedom as we reflect on how far we’ve come as a country—and on the work that remains undone.
“We remember that even in the darkest hours, there is cause to hope for tomorrow’s light. Let us all recommit ourselves today to honoring those who fought over generations to steer our country closer to our highest ideals.
“Today, I hope you’ll take some time to celebrate and learn more about Juneteenth.”
What is your reaction to former President Barack Obama’s remarks about Juneteenth? Please share your thoughts by emailing [email protected]. Do you believe Juneteenth should be a federal holiday? Why or why not?
Juneteenth is a time to commemorate the anniversary of the delayed news of freedom reaching the enslaved Black folks in Galveston, Texas. Today, we remember that struggle for freedom as we reflect on how far we’ve come as a country—and on the work that remains undone.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 19, 2022
Today, I hope you’ll take some time to celebrate and learn more about Juneteenth. Here are some ways to recognize this important day. https://t.co/BmqY8NnXac
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 19, 2022
