MovieMaker - Rasool Berry (Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom)

Rasool Berry (Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom)

11/01/22 • 30 min

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In Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom, host and executive producer Rasool Berry travels to Galveston, Texas to learn about the real origins of Juneteenth, our newest national holiday. He talks with the descendants of the people who were emancipated on the first Juneteenth, June 19, 1865, to learn the true story of the day — and how the truth has been twisted to help people feel better about the past. He also met with Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth, whose long quest to gain recognition for the day ultimately led her to the White House.

You can watch the full film, Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom, here.

You may also know Rasool Berry from his podcast Where Ya From? And if not, check it out!

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You can watch the full film, Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom, here.

You may also know Rasool Berry from his podcast Where Ya From? And if not, check it out!

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