Juneteenth. It is the unsung holiday celebrating the emancipation of black people. Celebrations began in Texas and spread across the country. At the heart of the COVID-19 pandemic, racial tensions sparked. As a result, many African-Americans were intentional about commemorating Juneteenth instead of July 4th. The support of black-owned businesses shot through the roof.  Parades, … Continued

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