Today, we’re going back to June 19, 1865. We’re in Galveston, Texas. The Civil War is over. The Confederacy has collapsed. But here, on this island city, thousands of enslaved people still don’t know they’re free. Two years after Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. But that changes today, a day that would later be known as Juneteenth. Visit our website for more information and source material: https://thedailyhitpodcast.com/ Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedai...
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Today, we’re going back to June 19, 1865. We’re in Galveston, Texas. The Civil War is over. The Confederacy has collapsed. But here, on this island city, thousands of enslaved people still don’t know they’re free. Two years after Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. But that changes today, a day that would later be known as Juneteenth. Visit our website for more information and source material: https://thedailyhitpodcast.com/ Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedai...
Apr. 1, 2001: Love is Love: The Netherlands Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage
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Apr. 1, 2001: Love is Love: The Netherlands Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage
On April 1, 2001, the Netherlands became the first country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage, setting a precedent for LGBTQ+ rights worldwide. Join us as we explore the journey that led to this historic moment, from early activism to the groundbreaking midnight wedding ceremonies officiated by Amsterdam’s mayor. We’ll also examine the ripple effect this decision had on the global fight for marriage equality and why this milestone still matters today. Visit our website for more inform...
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Today, we’re going back to June 19, 1865. We’re in Galveston, Texas. The Civil War is over. The Confederacy has collapsed. But here, on this island city, thousands of enslaved people still don’t know they’re free. Two years after Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. But that changes today, a day that would later be known as Juneteenth. Visit our website for more information and source material: https://thedailyhitpodcast.com/ Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedai...
