Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
In this We Talk Weekly exclusive, we join PA State Senator Vincent Hughes live at the largest Juneteenth parade in America, held at Malcolm X Park in West Philadelphia.
Senator Hughes reflects on the deep civic significance of Juneteenth, the power of Black political engagement, and why public service, representation, and resource equity remain critical in our communities. As the parade celebrates culture and freedom, Hughes reminds us this isn’t just a celebration—it’s a mobilization of civic identity and historical justice.
From HBCUs like Lincoln University to the presence of elected officials and grassroots organizations, the day was a living example of democracy in motion, community organizing at its best, and what it means to serve the people.
"This isn't just about remembering. It's about recharging for the fight ahead."
"You work hard, give hard—why shouldn't you celebrate and organize just as hard?"
✊🏾 A must-watch for anyone passionate about civic pride, representation, and Black political power.
This program is a part of Every Voice, Every Vote, a collaborative project of The Lenfest Institute for Journalism, with lead support provided by the William Penn Foundation. Learn more at www dot every voice dash every vote dot org. Editorial content is created independently of the project’s donors.
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In this We Talk Weekly exclusive, we join PA State Senator Vincent Hughes live at the largest Juneteenth parade in America, held at Malcolm X Park in West Philadelphia.
Senator Hughes reflects on the deep civic significance of Juneteenth, the power of Black political engagement, and why public service, representation, and resource equity remain critical in our communities. As the parade celebrates culture and freedom, Hughes reminds us this isn’t just a celebration—it’s a mobilization of civic identity and historical justice.
From HBCUs like Lincoln University to the presence of elected officials and grassroots organizations, the day was a living example of democracy in motion, community organizing at its best, and what it means to serve the people.
"This isn't just about remembering. It's about recharging for the fight ahead."
"You work hard, give hard—why shouldn't you celebrate and organize just as hard?"
✊🏾 A must-watch for anyone passionate about civic pride, representation, and Black political power.
This program is a part of Every Voice, Every Vote, a collaborative project of The Lenfest Institute for Journalism, with lead support provided by the William Penn Foundation. Learn more at www dot every voice dash every vote dot org. Editorial content is created independently of the project’s donors.
#WeTalkWeekly, #Juneteenth2025, #SenatorVincentHughes, #CivicEngagement, #MalcolmXPark, #WestPhilly, #PublicService, #BlackPoliticalPower, #DemocracyInAction, #LincolnUniversity, #CommunityOrganizing, #PhiladelphiaEvents, #CelebrateFreedom, #BlackCivics, #FreedomAndJustice, #RepresentationMatters
Let me know if you'd like a 30-second teaser script for Instagram or TikTok to match!
If you love entertainment news, pop culture, Black culture, sports, music, and trending and hot topics... You are in the right place! Celebrity Wardrobe Stylist Charles Gregory, Entertainment Journalist Lauren Sizzle, Classy Lady Sparkle, Lady S Dot, and Li Li talk the talk about hot topics, Black and Pop culture, politics, sports and the latest news in entertainment news. We keep it real!
Website: wetalkweekly.com
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