In honor of Juneteenth I explore its history, including The Emancipation Proclamation, General Order #3, and Biden’s proclaiming today a federal holiday. 

If you’ve never read The Emancipation Proclamation and/or want to hear some beautiful words from the poet Ross Gay, this episode is for you. 

Readings & Resources

The Emancipation Proclamation. 

Heather Cox Richardson: Letters from an American

Biden’s proclamation