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On the recordJune 22, 1999
Juneteenth is generally celebrated on June 19, which is considered as the day of emancipation from slavery of African-Americans in Texas.
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Elijah Cummings
Democratic · Maryland

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Explanation of the historical significance of Juneteenth.

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