Juneteenth carries the promise July Fourth never kept: Justice B. Hill

Abilene offers various activities for citizens to celebrate the Fourth of July. Meanwhile, columnist Justice B. Hill examines the significance of Juneteenth, arguing that it carries a promise of justice that the Fourth of July failed to deliver. Hill reflects on the limitations of American independence and discusses how the enduring legacy of slavery continues to impact the country's foundational promises of freedom, contrasting the two holidays in their pursuit of true equality.