On January 31, 1865, the 13th Amendment was passed by Congress, officially ending slavery in the United States. However, the amendment included a clause allowing slavery as a punishment for crime. This clause has been linked to mass incarceration. Several politicians and public figures commemorated #NationalFreedomDay, honoring the signing of the 13th Amendment and the fight for equality for all, especially during #BlackHistoryMonth. President Lincoln's role in signing the amendment was highlighted, and Illinois was recognized for being the first state to ratify the 13th Amendment. The day was celebrated as a reminder of the nation's foundation on freedom, with a call to continue working towards a more just future for all Americans.
159 years ago today, President Lincoln signed the 13th Amendment, abolishing slavery in the United States. On #NationalFreedomDay, we celebrate our freedoms as Americans, which cannot be taken for granted, and will continue to work towards a better tomorrow. https://t.co/nyT9BhwaMp
On the first day of Black History Month, we celebrate National Freedom Day. On this day in 1865, President Lincoln signed the 13th Amendment abolishing slavery. https://t.co/dnffIcx8c0
Today we celebrate #NationalFreedomDay! On this day, President Lincoln signed a joint House-Senate that would eventually become the 13th Amendment, which made slavery illegal in the United States. https://t.co/dBWQTEY2xw
On this day 159 years ago, President Abraham Lincoln signed the 13th Amendment, officially ending slavery in the United States. Happy National Freedom Day! https://t.co/S0YVoNFwn5
On this day 159 years ago, President Lincoln signed a resolution that would become the 13th Amendment and abolish slavery. I'm grateful to live in a country founded on the gifts of freedom, liberty, and justice for all. Happy #NationalFreedomDay! https://t.co/eOMYH8A3jf
The history of Illinois is and has always been shaped by Black Illinoisans. It's why in 1865, Illinois led the nation on this day as the first state to ratify the 13th Amendment. This #BlackHistoryMonth and always, we continue our work in creating a more just future for all. https://t.co/VbAVi6309p
Today we recognize #NationalFreedomDay. On this date in 1865, President Abraham Lincoln signed the 13th Amendment - ending slavery in the United States. Today serves as a reminder that our nation was founded on freedom. https://t.co/fOQrUEL21g
Today, we celebrate #NationalFreedomDay! 159 years ago today, President Lincoln signed the 13th Amendment officially ending slavery in the United States. https://t.co/jaoFgxwsb9
Today on #NationalFreedomDay, we commemorate the signing of the 13th Amendment & the fight for equality for all. Throughout #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor the heroes who paved the way and continue to work for a more perfect Union. https://t.co/5Ru1YhDdN4
On Jan. 31, 1865, Congress passed the 13th Amendment, abolishing slavery—except as “a punishment for crime.” That sinister slavery clause has fueled mass incarceration, which is why @RepNikema and I introduced the Abolition Amendment. It's past time to #EndTheException. https://t.co/z01iI6DOhh