Westchester, Explained 14: Exploring Juneteenth with Historian Joyce Cole

As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County and their impact on your family, your neighborhood and your future. Here we slow it down, dig in and bring in the people doing the work, and we explain not just what the County is doing, but why it matters.Because government should be clear. This is your County. And this is Westchester, Explained. In this episode, we explore the history, meaning and continued relevance of Juneteenth with local historian Joyce Cole. From the delayed enforcement of emancipation in Texas to the stories of freedom and citizenship that followed, we examine why Juneteenth is an American holiday that belongs to all of us. We also connect this national story to Westchester County, highlighting local Civil War history, New York's own abolition legacy and the ways communities across our region continue to commemorate the ongoing pursuit of liberty and equality. Join us as we reflect on our shared history, what Juneteenth teaches us about the American experience, and why it matters to Westchester residents.---Do you have feedback or a suggestion for a future podcast topic? Please let us know by emailing [email protected] and include Podcast in the subject line.For the latest news & updates visit the Westchester County Newsroom or follow us on social:  Instagram  |  Facebook  |  X (Twitter)  |  LinkedIn  |  YouTube