Juneteenth flag raised at Colorado State Capitol

state capitol building of the U.S. state of Colorado

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State leaders and legislators gathered at the Colorado State Capitol to raise the Juneteenth flag in recognition of the historic day.
The event symbolizes the celebration and remembrance of the end of slavery in the United States.
The Juneteenth flag raising ceremony highlights the significance of the day and promotes unity and awareness.

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State leaders and legislators gathered at the Colorado State Capitol to raise the Juneteenth flag, marking the third year of celebrating Juneteenth as an official federal holiday in Colorado. Lieutenant Gov. Dianne Primavera, state Sen. James Coleman, and other leaders emphasized the significance of Juneteenth, highlighting how it honors the generations of Black individuals who fought for freedom and equal rights. Coleman stressed that making Juneteenth a state holiday signifies not just the freedom of Black people, but the freedom of all individuals, promoting prosperity and equitable opportunities for all Coloradans regardless of race or background.

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