Center for Science in the Public Interest @cspinet.org · Jun 19 Happy Juneteenth! Although #Juneteenth was made a federal holiday in 2021 under President Joe Biden, its significance and roots date back to 1865 in Texas.
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On June 19, 1865, orders were read announcing that the enslaved people in Texas were free. In 1866, the first celebration was held. While early celebrations included parades, BBQs, rodeos, and pageants, they were primarily used to teach newly emancipated African Americans about their voting rights.