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Understanding The True Origins Of Juneteenth | Robin D. G. Kelley | TMR

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Distinguished Professor and Gary B. Nash Endowed Chair in U.S. History Robin D. G. Kelley joins the program to talk about the real meaning behind Juneteenth. Many know Juneteenth as the official declaration of emancipation in Texas in 1865, two months after the end of the Civil War and the dismantling of slavery in the rest of the South. While Juneteenth has recently been recognized as a national holiday, African Americans have been observing and celebrating this day for 150 years, extending beyond Texas, the United States, and even the era of slavery itself. Originally known as "Jubilee Day," its roots can be traced back to biblical references in Leviticus chapter 25, which symbolized the liberation of slaves, debt cancellation, and the restoration of land to its divine authority. This significant occasion also provides an opportunity to connect the struggles of Black and Indigenous communities and highlight the shared experiences of oppression and dispossession.

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