Juneteenth, Federal Holidays, And Writing History In Real Time
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Contested Celebrations: The Evolution of Juneteenth and Historical Memory
This chapter explores the role of holidays in shaping collective historical memory, focusing on the recognition of observances like Juneteenth and Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It also examines the societal implications of recent actions to celebrate these holidays compared to more controversial observances, highlighting the debates that surround them.
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