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Black History Month: The meaning behind Juneteenth
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February 1, 2020
For many Black Americans, "Juneteenth" marks an important official holiday in almost all 50 states. But, what is Juneteenth and why do some Black Americans refer to this day as a “second independence day”?
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Black History Month: The meaning behind Juneteenth02:54 | February 1, 2020
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Black History Month: The meaning behind Juneteenth
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February 1, 2020
For many Black Americans, "Juneteenth" marks an important official holiday in almost all 50 states. But, what is Juneteenth and why do some Black Americans refer to this day as a “second independence day”?
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