As America celebrates Juneteeth amid protests against racism and police brutality, the story of Friday's holiday emerges as one to brush up on.
"We have to love our country enough to confront its complicated history, especially as we grapple with racial inequities and injustice right now," Wes Moore, a military veteran, CEO of Robin Hood, a nonprofit fighting poverty, and author of, told USA TODAY."This is a moment where it is critical to elevate black voices and black stories.
Learning more about the ways systemic racism is rooted in the country's history is the way to help heal the future, experts say. For a better understanding, start with these reads recommended by Tatum, Moore and best-seller lists about Juneteenth, slavery and Black history:"Sweet Taste of Liberty: A True Story of Slavery and Restitution in America" by W. Caleb McDaniel
, an audiobook company that allows customers to purchase through local bookstores at the same price, announced 100% of its Friday's sales will be split equally between 35 Black-owned bookstore partners.'Juneteenth for Mazie,' more stories to spark conversation with kids, teens
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