Civil Rights & Social Justice

Erasing Black history is not only a thing of the past. It's happening right this second.

Civil Rights & Social Justice

Over the past few years, many Black inhabitants of America, native or otherwise have begun to denounce American Independence Day. Many have elected to acknowledge Juneteenth as a more appropriate and accurate occasion for Black Americans to celebrate their freedom in the country.

"What, to the American slave, is your 4th of July?" Frederick Douglass asked white America in 1852. The answer remains stubbornly elusive 172 years later.

Should Black America still celebrate the Fourth of July or Juneteenth only? See how various informed opinions stack up against each other.

Movies

Simply the best films to watch or the Fourth of July, that "other" Independence Day.

One of the many ways President Barack Obama set himself apart from his successor was how he observed the Fourth of July.

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While the Fourth of July is a time to commemorate America’s independence, tragic accidents happen far too often during the holidays. To ensure that your weekend is a safe one, here are ten tips to stay in the clear. See The List On BET.com RELATED: VIDEO: President Barack Obama’s 4th Of July Message