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Gov. Beshear Posthumously Pardons 43 Who Aided Enslaved People, Declares Juneteenth Holiday

15 Jun 2026 10:13 a.m. · Source: Kentucky Governor's Office

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear posthumously pardoned 43 individuals wrongfully imprisoned for helping enslaved people escape. This action, ahead of Juneteenth, aims to correct historical wrongs and honor their courage.

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