Over the past few weeks leading up to today, it’s become clear that many Americans aren't taught ... [+] about Juneteenth in our schools. That’s because it isn’t taught in many schools in the United States. The curriculum taught in American schools often leaves out important moments in Black history. MSNBC.com Sen. Kamala Harris introducing a bill that declares Juneteenth a national holidayJuneteeth should be a federal holiday and it should also be taught in American schools. All Americans need to know Black history because Black history is American history.

Source: Forbes June 19, 2020 12:22 UTC