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Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a historic day that marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and symbolizes the ongoing pursuit of freedom and equality. The name "Juneteenth" is a combination of "June" and "nineteenth," the day in 1865 when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that all enslaved people were free, in accordance with President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation issued on January 1, 1863. Although the Emancipation Proclamation had legally freed slaves over two years earlier, enforcement of the proclamation largely depended on the presence of Union troops. Texas, being one of the most remote slave states with a minimal Union presence, had been slow to embrace and enforce the proclamation. Juneteenth marks the day when the last enslaved African Americans were informed of their freedom. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of unity in our journey toward justice for all. At ATSI, we believe in the power of diversity and the importance of an environment where everyone is valued and respected. Juneteenth is a time for reflection and a call to action to continue our commitment to these principles. As we commemorate this day, let’s come together to support and uplift one another. #Juneteenth #Freedom #Unity #ATSI

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