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Pharrell & VA Gov. Declare Juneteenth Paid Holiday

Pharrell held a press conference with Virginia’s Governor Northam to announce Juneteenth as a paid state holiday but vows this is only a start. “This is about proper recognition,” said the Virginia born multifaceted producer. We will see if other states follow this movement or possibly the federal government as well. Stay tuned.

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Today I joined Virginia Gov. Northam to announce Juneteenth as a state holiday. A paid holiday is just the start—to stand in solidarity with Black employees and with all Black people.

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