During a recent city council meeting, community member Nicole expressed gratitude to Council Member Yarbrough for facilitating the Rocky Mountain Peace and Justice Center's participation in the Juneteenth celebration. Nicole highlighted the significance of the event, emphasizing the importance of solidarity with the Black community in their celebration of liberation.

Nicole provided an informal report on the center's activities during the event, which included raising awareness about environmental racism and climate justice through discussions on nuclear contamination sites along the Front Range. The center's booth featured a \"liberation library\" showcasing literature connecting the struggles of Black and Palestinian communities, alongside interactive activities for children and various informational materials.

The engagement at the event revealed a strong sense of community among attendees, many of whom shared feelings of grief and frustration regarding global injustices, particularly in relation to Palestine. Nicole noted that participants expressed disillusionment with electoral politics, feeling that local leaders have not adequately addressed issues of genocide and state oppression.

The discussions underscored a growing recognition among Longmont residents that local actions and policies are interconnected with global struggles for justice. Nicole concluded by emphasizing that the fight for liberation is a collective effort, urging the community to recognize that justice for one group cannot come at the expense of another.