Tag: Freedom

Freedom came from a gun, the real story of Juneteenth

Posted onAuthorDave Burkey

JUNETEENTH is the oldest celebration in the nation to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.   In 1863 President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, officially freeing slaves. However, word of the Proclamation did not reach many parts of the country right away, Read More …

Protesters’ Rights

Posted onAuthorDave Burkey

The First Amendment protects your right to assemble and express your views through protest. However, police and other government officials are allowed to place certain narrow restrictions on the exercise of speech rights. Make sure you’re prepared by brushing up on your rights before heading Read More …