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President Joe Biden introduces a proposal to drastically reform the U.S. Supreme Court. Plus your campaign questions answered as we’re less than 100 days from Election Day.

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What they're saying: Donald Blair, author of "Confessions of a Racist: A View from the Middle Majority," told Axios that Juneteenth has grown because of a "bottom-up movement" or grassroots effort.

"Juneteenth has quickly grown in recognition in the past five years, and has been embraced as a holiday by a growing wave of employers in the private sector," Blair said, noting companies show a higher level of commitment to diversity.

The 4th of July has an All-American reputation as a communal day of cookouts, parades and fireworks. We view the holiday with a touch of nostalgia for a time when we could all celebrate together with a sense of national unity and shared pride in our country. But its origins may have more in common with our modern fractured time than we think.

The motivation for this book comes from a combination of patriotism and optimism that drives him to believe that this country can always get better

'Confessions of a Racist': Author seeks to shed new light on race in America

Listen to yourself. Our inner voices can be annoying, but they represent something we feel deep down. People who have done impressive work in social action often talk about what sounds like a nagging sensation they found hard to quiet. There are many ways to contribute, but you’ll be most effective in something that sparks an urge in you.

Fresh Perspectives on Racial Equity and Advancing the Promise of America