Brandon Gonzalez - Juneteenth is an extension of that abolitionist spirit where we march forth in reflection of the struggle.

Brandon Gonzalez - Since the development of racial capitalism—the use of African peoples as capital—our ancestors have always fought for freedom.

Brandon Gonzalez - Studying the blueprints of liberation, one can map out the ways we as The Global African Diaspora have continued to resist and exist under regimes of anti-Black terror.

CHANCE THE RAPPER - I’ve come to understand that art is awesome and beautiful because it’s a reflection of life – but it’s just a reflection, and the real thing is my daughter.

Fred Hampton - If you dare to struggle, you dare to win. If you dare not struggle, then damn it, you don’t deserve to win.

Abraham Lincoln - I have always hated slavery, I think as much as any Abolitionist.

Michelle Obama - What I love about #Juneteenth is that even in that extended wait, we still find something to celebrate. Even though the story has never been tidy, and Black folks have had to march an

William Cullen Bryant - Go forth under the open sky, and list To Nature's teachings.

Augustus Hare - The power of faith will often shine forth the most when the character is naturally weak.

Florence Welch - Hands up if you’re ready to do something you’ll regret this weekend. Go forth! You have my blessing.

Khalil Gibran - You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth.

Jean Ingelow - When sparrows build and the leaves break forth, My old sorrow wakes and cries.

Epictetus - The key is to keep company only with people who uplift you, whose presence calls forth your best.

Winston Churchill - Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing but of reflection.

Summer Walker - As you know, I have been very open about my struggle with social anxiety.

Ashley Jensen - My mum Margaret was a single parent, but though life was a bit of a struggle she gave me every encouragement.