Juneteenth

Opinion

Juneteenth reflections: Emerson Sampaio

The French political philosopher Montesquieu wrote, “There is no word which has received more different meanings, and which has struck the minds in so many ways, as that of freedom.”

By Emerson Sampaio - June 19, 2023

Opinion

Juneteenth reflections: Vincent Derek Smith

We know we still have a long way to go before we can really celebrate real freedom.

By Vincent Derek Smith - June 19, 2023

Opinion

Juneteenth reflections: Jihan Owens-Tyler

Juneteenth has never been a celebration of victory or an acceptance of the way that things are. It’s a celebration of progress.

By Jihan Owens-Tyler - June 19, 2023

Opinion

Juneteenth reflections: Gerald Wilson

On Memorial Day we used to visit all of the cemeteries where my family members were buried. We called the holiday Decoration Day.

By Gerald Wilson - June 19, 2023