Juneteenth

Offered poetic remarks connecting Jewish heritage and Juneteenth as branches of one family tree rooted in freedom.

Called Juneteenth both a celebration and a call to action, urging continued commitment to equity and accountability.

Of the Cooper Family Foundation, thanked the council and described 55 years of Juneteenth celebrations in Southeast San Diego founded by his father.

Reflected on Juneteenth as a reminder that freedom is often closer than we know, and thanked the council.

Field representative for Assemblymember LaShae Sharp-Collins, thanked the council for recognizing Juneteenth.

Founder of S.D. Melanin, thanked the council for supporting Juneteenth celebrations since 2018.

Offered warm reflections on Jewish heritage and Juneteenth as roots of freedom for all peoples.

Called Juneteenth a call to action, saying freedom delayed is freedom denied and equity work remains unfinished.

Of the Cooper Family Foundation, described 55 years of Juneteenth celebrations in southeast San Diego and his father's vision of making it a national holiday.

Reflected that freedom was always coming even when the message hadn't arrived yet, and thanked the council for remembering Juneteenth.

A field representative for Assemblymember Dr. LaShae Sharp-Collins, thanked the council for recognizing Juneteenth.

Founder of S.D. Melanin, thanked the council for supporting Juneteenth celebrations since 2018.