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06/01/2026

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we remember not just the sacrifices, but the stories.

Since 2000, the Library of Congress Veterans History Project (VHP) has been collecting, preserving, and making accessible the personal narratives of U.S. military veterans. Through vivid first-hand accounts, curated presentations, and thematic collections, the VHP ensures that the voices of those who served are never lost.

Take a moment to listen, learn, and honor their stories. Link in comments.

05/19/2026

🎉 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 🎉

𝗚𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻, 𝗧𝗫—Where Juneteenth began. On June 19, 1865, General Order No. 3 was issued in Galveston, officially ending slavery in Texas, making the island the birthplace of the holiday. Each June, the island comes alive with a parade, music, storytelling, and reflection, and you can even take a self-guided Juneteenth PastPort Journey to visit the landmarks that shaped this history.

𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻, 𝗧𝗫—Houston brings together communities, organizations, and institutions from across the city to celebrate Juneteenth in one united space. This year’s 5th Annual Celebrate Freedom Festival takes place at historic Emancipation Park on June 6, kicking off 19 Days of Juneteenth events running through June 19.

𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲, 𝗟𝗔—The 4th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival at Whitney Plantation—the only plantation museum in Louisiana dedicated to telling the story of slavery —takes place June 13, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with free admission. Expect live performances, panel discussions, a local artists marketplace, and food trucks.

𝗪𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻, 𝗗.𝗖.—At the National Museum of African American History and Culture, this year’s Juneteenth Community Day centers on Opal Lee as she celebrates her 100th birthday, moving through storytelling, music, food, and hands-on activities for all generations. The National Archives also displays the original Emancipation Proclamation and General Order No. 3 each year for the occasion.

𝗔𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮, 𝗚𝗔—The Juneteenth Atlanta Parade returns June 20, bringing together one of the largest Juneteenth gatherings in the country—schools, churches, civic groups, community organizations, marching bands, and families all sharing the same route through the city. 

𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗴𝗼, 𝗜𝗟—Juneteenth weekend in Chicago centers on the South Side, particularly around Jackson Park and the South Shore communities, with a major milestone this year: the opening of the Obama Presidential Center on June 19, 2026. The DuSable Black History Museum also hosts its largest community event of the year with live music, cultural programming, and local vendors.

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05/18/2026

Did you know you can get free patent and trademark help?

The United States Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) Law School Clinic Certification Program connects inventors, entrepreneurs, and small business owners with law school clinics that provide pro bono legal services—at no cost to you.

With 60+ participating schools nationwide, qualified applicants can get help drafting and filing applications.

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05/17/2026

𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬!

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) in Washington, D.C. is seeking interns!

Interns work closely with professionals and scholars in the museum field, gaining practical museum skills and program development experience across a wide variety of positions. Internships are available in virtual, hybrid, and onsite formats.

Interns also receive stipends, access to professional development workshops, academic credit opportunities, Smithsonian museum discounts, and networking events.

The program is open to undergraduate and graduate students, recent graduates, pre- and post-doctoral candidates, and career changers.

Applications close June 15. Link in comments.

Image credit: Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

05/17/2026

Track the May 16, 2026, Louisiana election results as they come in at GeauxVote.com.

05/17/2026

Louisiana’s new closed primary system reportedly caused confusion at polls across the state today. Election commissioners reported delays from having to explain the new process to no-party voters, and clerks of court said there was widespread confusion statewide.

The Secretary of State’s office projected roughly 28% voter turnout—a significant drop from the typical 50% seen in past non-presidential primary elections.

Polls closed at 8 p.m.

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05/16/2026

✔️ Registered with no party affiliation in Louisiana? Here’s what you need to know before heading to the polls today, May 16.

Louisiana voters registered with no party affiliation will be asked to complete a one-page declaration form at their polling location.

For the U.S. Senate race only, no party voters must declare a party preference—and that choice locks them in for both the May 16 election and the June runoff. It does not permanently change your party registration.

All registered voters, regardless of party, can still vote on five constitutional amendments.

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Visit GeauxVote.com or download the Geaux Vote app to review your sample ballot, check your polling location, and find more information.



Image credit: Louisiana Secretary of State

05/16/2026

🗳️ Today is Election Day! Louisiana’s closed primary is underway, and don’t forget, five constitutional amendments are also on the ballot.

Before you vote, review the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana’s (PAR) quick analysis of what a vote for and a vote against means for each amendment.

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05/15/2026

🗺️ REDISTRICTING UPDATE | May 14, 2026

The Louisiana Senate passed a new congressional map Thursday on a 27-10 party-line vote that would reduce the state’s majority-Black districts from two to one. The map now heads to the state House for consideration.

The vote comes two weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court declared Louisiana’s existing congressional districts an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. Gov. Jeff Landry has also suspended Saturday’s U.S. House primaries to allow lawmakers time to finalize new maps for the 2026 midterm elections.

The story continues to develop. Stay informed.

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