OPINION: Here's why Juneteenth is as American as July 4th
Then, I was deeply concerned to see some members of Congress characterize it as a leftist plot, and to this day, state and local leaders accuse it of furthering a left-wing agenda. Such claims help explain why, according to Gallup, 30% of Americans still oppose turning Juneteenth into a federal holiday, with a further 25% on the fence.
To this day, there are those who seek to use Juneteenth to highlight Americans’ differences and disagreements. Yet every holiday is subject to abuse from a disgruntled few. Their actions shouldn’t prevent the rest of us from understanding the meaning and message of this uniquely American anniversary. a holiday every red-blooded American holds dear.
There is so much in this holiday for the right to appreciate. Juneteenth shows the power of our founding principles and the strength of the system our founders created. If we could overcome slavery, which many call America’s original sin, then we’re capable of tackling any challenge. We simply need to use the Constitution’s structure to advance the ideals of the Declaration of Independence. I can think of no more ringing endorsement of our national model.
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