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Commemorating Juneteenth with New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes

Today, HALC joins the nation in commemorating Juneteenth - marking the end of slavery in the United States, which occurred on June 19, 1865. New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes joins us to discuss the significance of this day, the discrimination faced by Greek immigrants in the early 20th century, and how our Greek-American community can honor Juneteenth, reflect on its importance, get educated, and act for justice.

Read the articles we discuss here:

EU leaders disagree over rescue package

Merkel Serves Warning to EU Holdouts She’s Ready to Turn Up Heat

Turkey says will work with Italy for Libya peace, slams EU

Operation Irini: Turkey slams EU mission to contain arms to Libya

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