Juneteenth: A Powerful Symbol of Freedom The Federal Recognition of Juneteenth Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in Confederate states, was formally recognized as a federal holiday by President Joe Biden. However, it is important to note that this recognition does not automatically guarantee a day of paid time off for everyone. While state […]
Wisconsin Governor Raises Pride Flag for the Fifth Year in a Row On Thursday, June 3, 2021, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers raised the rainbow pride flag for the fifth consecutive year over the state Capitol in Madison. Governor Evers started this tradition in 2019, shortly after he took office, to commemorate Pride Month, which takes […]
