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Juneteenth: A Legacy Of Struggle, Resilience, And Unfinished Freedom

Juneteenth is a celebration of the resilience, sacrifice, and strength of African Americans, and a reminder of the incomplete freedom that remains, with the 13th Amendment's loophole leading to a new form of forced labor through the penal system.
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Seattle Apartment Complex The Danforth Acquired For $173 Million

In a strategic move to bolster their presence in the U.S. real estate market, Japanese firms Kenedix and Hulic, alongside U.S.-based Kennedy Wilson, have jointly acquired The Danforth, a 265-unit apartment complex in Seattle's First Hill neighborhood, for $173 million. Kennedy Wilson, contributing $6.6 million in equity, will manage the asset, underscoring its commitment to expanding quality housing options in the Pacific Northwest.

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How Cities Are Scaling Back Juneteenth Celebrations After Trump-Era DEI Rollbacks

Juneteenth celebrations across the nation are facing reductions or cancellations amid safety concerns and growing opposition to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, sparking fears that political backlash is undermining the observance of Black freedom.

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What Would We Do Without Immigrants?

Douglas Turner Ward's play "Days of Absence" serves as a poignant reminder of the essential role immigrant workers play in our economy. The proposed deportation of 3,000 individuals daily threatens to disrupt vital sectors, highlighting the potential economic and societal consequences of such measures.

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