Why was the US flag missing from Juneteenth logos and celebrations?
Over 600,000 white American men and 40,000 American black men died in the Civil War to end slavery, an institution that originated in Africa and was perpetuated by African leaders before being abolished by the United States. Juneteenth, or Freedom Day, honors these sacrifices. Despite being a uniquely American holiday, Juneteenth festivities often omit the U.S. flag and its colors, instead using Pan-African colors (red, black, yellow, and green), which the author argues have no connection to America's role in ending slavery. The article criticizes this omission as ignorant, offensive, and indicative of the contemporary Left's divisiveness and disdain for the U.S., attributing it to a radical indoctrination that fosters perpetual grievance. It suggests that embracing Juneteenth as a celebration of America's commitment to liberty, freedom, and equality, rather than solely focusing on slavery, would lead to broader acceptance, and reiterates that the U.S. fought to end slavery, an institution that predates its existence in Africa and continues there today.
TL;DR
- Over 600,000 white and 40,000 black American men died in the Civil War to end slavery.
- Juneteenth honors the sacrifices made to end slavery in the United States.
- The author criticizes the omission of the U.S. flag and patriotic colors from Juneteenth celebrations.
- Juneteenth imagery often uses Pan-African colors (red, black, yellow, green) instead of American colors (red, white, blue).
- The article blames the political Left for this trend, citing their alleged disdain for the U.S.
- It argues that Africans initiated and perpetuated slavery before it was abolished by the United States.
- The author suggests Juneteenth should be celebrated as a testament to America's commitment to liberty, freedom, and equality.
- The article points out that slavery continues in Africa today.
- It calls for the replacement of Pan-African colors with American colors in Juneteenth celebrations.