Bonnie Watson Coleman tweeted the following:
"Today we celebrate the progress we've made over the last 157 years, but we must also acknowledge the long road ahead toward full equality for Black Americans. Let Juneteenth be a rallying cry as we recommit ourselves to the struggle for civil rights."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Bonnie Watson Coleman:
"On this day in 1865, the last remaining enslaved Black Americans were freed.#Juneteenth is more than just a celebration of that day. Its a time to remember all the civil rights progress weve made while acknowledging the long road ahead toward full equality for Black people."Read on Twitter
"My father taught me the importance of public service. Without his love and support, I would not be the person I am today.Happy #FathersDay to the fathers who uplift and inspire us every day."Read on Twitter
"In a country as wealthy as ours, one hungry child is too many. I thank my friend and colleague @Ilhan for leading the fight to get school meals to children in need. twitter.com/USProgressives" on June 17Read on Twitter
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