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Juneteenth Could Become Holiday In New York By Next Year Juneteenth Could Become Holiday In New York By Next Year
Juneteenth Could Become Holiday In New York By Next Year Centuries after slavery was abolished, Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19, may soon become an official holiday recognized in New York. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Wednesday, June 17, that he signed an Executive Order recognizing Juneteenth as a holiday for state employees “in recognition of the official emancipation of African Americans throughout the United States.” Cuomo said he hopes to sign legislature moving forward that will make Juneteenth an official state holiday as soon as next year. “It’s a day we should all reflect upon, and it’s especially relevant in …

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