The nation's newest federal holiday will take place in June and give many Americans a day off from work to commemorate the abolishment of slavery.
Jordan Green is a Report for America corps member covering underserved communities in East Texas for the Longview News-Journal. With a focus on elections, government, and public policy, he also explores themes related to regional interest and world news, including finance and transportation. Jordan's work has been featured in numerous publications, including Yahoo News, USA TODAY, and the Detroit Free Press.










