We hope you were able to commemorate Juneteenth 2023 with family and friends. This week we offer a few related articles of interest. Through our study of history, we continue to learn from past generations. Their legacy of integrity, determination and strength inspires us to push forward in the quest for a more equitable society.

JUNETEENTH REFLECTIONS

As the nation celebrates Juneteenth, it’s time to get rid of these three myths about slavery | CNN

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How a Grad Student Uncovered the Largest Known Slave Auction in the U.S. | ProPublica

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Earliest Juneteenth celebration photographs from 19th-century | USA Today

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Sankofa, a word from the Twi language of Ghana, translates to "go back and get it." It is often depicted by a bird with its body facing forward and its head turned back, holding a precious egg. This and other Sankofa symbols remind us of the importance of learning from the past.

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