Juneteenth marks the day enslaved people in Texas learned of their emancipation, the last occurrence in the United States to mark the end of slavery within the country. As a holiday, it is a remembrance of historical inequalities and should officially acknowledge the continuing commitment being made towards achieving true equality. Eric spoke this week with Janine Fondon, chair of undergrad communications and President/CEO of unityfirst.com about her push to make Juneteenth an official state holiday -- this is that conversation.