Michelle Obama: “Let’s celebrate #Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday by recognizing the generations of enslaved Black people who fought so hard for their freedom. One of the best ways to do that is by fortifying our sacred right to vote. Right now, we have the opportunity to enact voting reforms, expand voting rights, and stop dozens of voter suppression bills aimed at limiting access to the ballot box for people across the country by passing the #ForThePeopleAct. It’s up to each of us to work to protect our democracy and expand our voting rights. There’s too much on the line. Take action with @WhenWeAllVote this weekend. Call your senators and tell them to support the #ForThePeopleAct.”

Porsha Williams: “People think the emancipation proclamation freed the slaves but it was the resilience, fight and fortitude almost 3 years later of BLACK PEOPLE 156 years ago on June 19th that did it. Together we can. Lets continue to fight, uplift and birth the new nation.”

Sarah Hyland: “I was not educated on the subject of Juneteenth in school. I learned as an adult. I continue to educate myself on matters surrounding the systemic racism of our country, and I hope for a day where all children are taught the true history of our past.”

Tiffany Haddish: “Happy Juneteenth EveryBody I hope you are having fun in the sun Celebrating Freedom.”

Tina Lawson: “Juneteenth or 19 of June was a Holiday for my family long ago! They started celebrating Juneteenth before I was even born. This short celebrates my deep Texas Roots. I am so happy to be a part of Facebook’s plan to spread the word and to acknowledge this important Day, that the enslaved people in the South were freed. I encourage you to research and understand this important part of History !! Thanks @facebook and special thanks to @barbsmilez. #junteenth At end that’s my grandparents, Mom and My children’s dad And his amazing family.”