Teamsters Commemorate 160th Anniversary of Juneteenth Nationwide

Across the nation, communities and the Teamsters Union observe the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth, a day that signifies the end of slavery in the United States. The historical significance of this day traces back to June 19, 1865, when Major General Gordon Granger and over 1,800 federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, enforcing the liberation of the last remaining enslaved African Americans in the region.

The Teamsters Union is renowned for its longstanding dedication to promoting fair labor agreements that have elevated workers of diverse backgrounds into the middle class. Their efforts extend to advocating for the recognition of Juneteenth as a federal holiday and actively challenging racism and discrimination in various forms.