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Juneteenth Spotlight

Newsletter, Spectrum Kentucky

Celebrating Juneteenth with the LGBTQ Council for Kentucky Democrats

As we honor Juneteenth, the day that marks the emancipation of the last enslaved African Americans in the United States, we reflect on the enduring fight for freedom, justice, and equality. This day reminds us of the resilience and strength of the Black community and the ongoing struggle for civil rights.

The LGBTQ Council for Kentucky Democrats is proud to stand in solidarity with our Black brothers and sisters. We recognize the intersectionality of our struggles and the shared vision of a more just and equitable society. Juneteenth is not just a celebration of freedom; it’s a call to action to continue the work toward true equality for all.

Spotlight on the Kentucky Black Legislative Caucus

Today, we shine a spotlight on the Kentucky Black Legislative Caucus (KBLC), a group dedicated to addressing the unique challenges faced by Black Kentuckians. The KBLC has been a powerful voice in advocating for policies that promote social justice, economic equity, and equal rights.

Senator Reginald Thomas

State Senator for District 13
Democrat and Minority Caucus Chair

Born May 20, 1953. Attorney, KY State Univ. Methodist. Dartmouth College, AB 1975. Harvard, JD 1978. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity. Leadership KY Inaugural Class, 1985. Bryan Station High School Hall of Fame, Inaugural Class, 1992. Citizen-Lawyer Award, Fayette County Bar Association 2019.

Senator Gerald A. Neal

Senator Gerald A. Neal
Democrat and Minority Floor Leader

Born September 22, 1945. Attorney. Baptist. KSU, BA. UofL, JD. Univ of Michigan. KY, Natl Bar Assoc. Urban League. West Louisville Crime Prevention Award. Minority Business, Sterling Award. Region VI Award. City of Louisville & Jefferson Co Distinguished Service Certificates.

Representative Derrick Graham

State Representative for District 57
Democrat and Minority Floor Leader

Retired Educator. African Methodist Episcopal, St John AME Church. KSU, BA. Ohio State Univ, MA. St John AME Church, Steward Bd. South Frankfort Community Ctr Bd. Frankfort City Commissioner. read more

Representative Pamela Stevenson

State Representative for District 43
Democrat and Member of the Black Caucus

Colonel Pam grew up with her life and community centered around the church her grandfather founded: Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church, in the heart of Louisville. The values she learned there—Faith, Family, and Service

Representative Keturah Herron

State Representative for District 42
Democrat and Member of the Black Caucus

Christian. African American Episcopal. UofL, BA, Sports Admin. EKU, MA, Corrections/Juvenile Justice Studies.

Representative Beverly Chester-Burton

State Representative for District 44
Democrat and Member of the Black Caucus

Beverly Chester-Burton is the first African-American Mayor of Shively.

She is also a teacher at Stuart Elementary School and is a Director within the Jefferson County Teachers Association.

Representative George Brown Jr.

State Representative for District 77
Democrat and Member of the Black Caucus

UK Facilities Mgt, Supplier Diversity Business Enterprise Coordinator. Catholic. Tennessee State Univ, BS Business Administration. Kappa Alpha Psi Frat, Inc. KBC-LEO. LFUCG Council 1994-2006.

Representative Nima Kulkarni

State Representative for District 40
Democrat and Member of the Black Caucus

Learn More About Juneteenth

A panel of scholars will be invited to explore the origins of Juneteenth through the lens of federal vs states’ rights and discuss the historical and current political significance of the holiday. Panelists: Jelani Cobb, Ira A. Lipman Professor of Journalism at Columbia University; Imani Perry, Hughes-Rogers Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University; Annette Cordon-Reed, Carl M. Loeb University Professor of History, Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University and Kevin Young, Andrew W. Mellon Director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture who will moderate.

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