What Works News U Can Use Newsletter - June 2024

Juneteenth and Justice: How Minority Businesses Contribute to Equitable Economic Growth

Introduction: The Significance of Juneteenth

Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in American history. On June 19, 1865, the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their freedom, two years after President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. This day, symbolizing the end of slavery in the United States, is a significant celebration of freedom and justice. As we acknowledge this historic event, it is essential to recognize the role of Small, Emerging, and Minority-Owned Businesses (MBEs) in driving equitable economic growth within our Nation.

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