Washington, D.C. – June 19, 2022 – Today, North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) President Sean McGarvey issued the following statement in honor of Juneteenth 2022:

“On this reflective day, we commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. We acknowledge the harsh reality of systemic racism that has and continues to prevent true freedom and justice for far too many in our nation. And, we pay tribute to the remarkable black leaders who have stood up and driven progress while facing terrible adversity and bigotry. This day reminds us all that we must never stop fighting to break down barriers to justice and equity for black Americans and all historically marginalized communities in America.”

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