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Below are some of the posts by Arizona’s Leaders celebrating Juneteenth, the day in 1865 when slavery ended in the United States.

Never forget, and do not let white nationalists and historically illiterates in power try to erase this momentous event from the history books or block the advancement of Americans just because of the color of their skin.

Happy Juneteenth, Arizona!

On this day in 1865, the federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed—two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. pic.twitter.com/0YGEkM37Yd
— Arizona Secretary of State (@AZSecretary) June 19, 2026

161 years ago today, slavery ended in the United States and the journey toward equality began. This Juneteenth, I renew my commitment to protecting the rights of all Arizonans and making sure that freedom and justice are more than just ideals. pic.twitter.com/UpegczzoWj
— AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes (@AZAGMayes) June 19, 2026

This year's Juneteenth marks 161 years since the last enslaved people on American soil were freed. I'm proud that it's an official holiday in Phoenix, and that it's become a day to recommit ourselves to building a better future for everyone. pic.twitter.com/QkjwwKSW0H
— Mayor Kate Gallego (@MayorGallego) June 19, 2026

This Juneteenth, we honor the resilience of those who endured slavery and continue our work to create a more perfect union. Our fight for justice continues as Donald Trump and Republicans continually seek to erase Black political representation in our country. https://t.co/1x7RLs5lFr
— Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (@RepYassAnsari) June 19, 2026

Happy Juneteenth! On this day 161 years ago, the last enslaved Americans learned of their freedom.

Today is an important day to reflect on our history & celebrate the generations of Black Americans who have fought, marched, & sacrificed for our country.

As Americans, we must… pic.twitter.com/7tNbRqr3uG
— Rep. Greg Stanton (@RepGregStanton) June 19, 2026

Freedom delayed is still freedom worth honoring. Today we remember the enslaved Americans who waited more than two years to learn they were free, and the people who never stopped fighting to make that freedom real. Happy Juneteenth, Arizona!
— Senator Ruben Gallego (@SenRubenGallego) June 19, 2026

It was great to celebrate Juneteenth with folks across the valley, including at the fifth annual @AZHistSociety Juneteenth celebration. Today, we celebrate the resilience of the Black community and recognize when the last enslaved African Americans learned of their freedom in…
— Senator Mark Kelly (@SenMarkKelly) June 19, 2026

Happy Freedom Day ❤️💛💚 Today we honor and remember the struggle for emancipation, celebrate liberation & build for the future. pic.twitter.com/LfVPFhnUmn
— Arizona House Democrats (@AZHouseDems) June 19, 2026

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