David, Shayna, and Caleb joined other families yesterday at the Alexandria Black History Museum for the annual Juneteenth celebration marking the anniversary of the end of slavery in the United States.
“Juneteenth is at the same time a celebration of freedom, a reminder of how far we’ve come as a community and a country, and an opportunity to take stock and re-dedicate ourselves to working together to make real the promise of freedom for all people,” said David. “It’s an honor to serve our community in the House of Delegates and to have the opportunity to fight for the values we share.”
Juneteenth, or the “19th of June,” recognizes 
June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas, when Union General Gordon Granger announced freedom for all slaves in the Southwest, more than two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed and enforced by President Abraham Lincoln. It is the oldest known celebration of the ending of slavery.
Festivities included musical performances, hands-on art and craft demonstrations, an African American merchandise market place, food vendors, and more. This was also David’s first opportunity to campaign alongside Justin Wilson, the Democratic candidate for the July 17 special election for Alexandria City Council.
