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George W. Bush: Today, African Americans in Texas and other parts of the country observe June 19, also known as Juneteenth, with…

On the recordJune 17, 2004
Today, African Americans in Texas and other parts of the country observe June 19, also known as Juneteenth, with cookouts, family gatherings, parades, and other community events.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Message on the Observance of Juneteenth, 2004

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