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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2021 · 1H 7M

S5 Ep135: Juneteenth Now Federal Holiday: Why Are We Commemorating Black Citizenship When Black Voting Rights Are Under Attack?

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The week of this episode, Juneteenth was federally recognized as a national holiday. Dr. Alex Gee takes this opportunity to reflect on the progress that Black people have made in America and what meaning this holiday holds. There are many disparities and injustices facing African Americans today that need to be understood alongside a holiday celebrating Black culture. alexgee.com patreon.com/blacklikeme

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