Source: The Huston Defender.com Asked to deliver remarks about the 4th of July to residents of his hometown, Rochester, NY, Frederick Douglass didn’t mince words. On July 5, 1852, during that 76th anniversary of all things red, white and blue, Douglass made plain his answer to the question, “Should blacks celebrate America’s independence,” saying: \“What, to the … [Read more...] about Let the people be heard: Should blacks celebrate the 4th of July?
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Milwaukee lakefront July 3 fireworks canceled this year
Fireworks will still be held at some Milwaukee County Parks Milwaukee County Parks announced Friday, May 24, 2024 that this year's July 3 lakefront fireworks are canceled. The Milwaukee County Parks Department said the reason is lack of sponsorship. It's a move that's left Myles Calhoun and other fireworks fans speechless. "I think it's kind of disappointing, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee lakefront July 3 fireworks canceled this year
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The Fourth of July has passed in the USA. The celebration ceremonies are over and the fireworks have been disposed of. American citizens have celebrated the ratification of The Declaration of Independence. White people can celebrate independence because in the USA they have it. Do African Americans even understand the concept of independence? Independence means the state of … [Read more...] about Independence
Where to watch fireworks for 4th of July 2023 in Milwaukee and the suburbs
After a year of weather-related postponements and cancellations in 2022, fireworks should be back for the July 4, Independence Day celebrations in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin. To help you plan where you can view some of the fireworks shows in the area, here is our complete list of shows scheduled for 2023. Milwaukee's Lakefront Fireworks The biggest … [Read more...] about Where to watch fireworks for 4th of July 2023 in Milwaukee and the suburbs
Let the people be heard: Should blacks celebrate the 4th of July?
Source: TheHustonDefender.com Asked to deliver remarks about the 4th of July to residents of his hometown, Rochester, NY, Frederick Douglass didn’t mince words. On July 5, 1852, during that 76th anniversary of all things red, white and blue, Douglass made plain his answer to the question, “Should blacks celebrate America’s independence,” saying: “What, to the American … [Read more...] about Let the people be heard: Should blacks celebrate the 4th of July?