The video doodle, commemorating the 155th anniversary of Juneteenth, was designed by artist Loveis Wise and is set to the first verse of the poem "Lift Every Voice and Sing” by James Weldon Johnson.
"I believe that this Google Doodle, celebrating Juneteenth, is significant for a couple of reasons," Burton told Blavity.
"First, this is an effort on Google’s part that was in fact launched months ago, long before the unjustified death of George Floyd and the subsequent moment that has currently gripped our nation.
Secondarily, the importance of seizing this moment and educating Americans about the aspects of Black lives of which they may not have knowledge of."
Angelica McKinley, project creative director for the 155th Anniversary of Juneteenth Google Doodle, spoke about the day's history and what the video meant in a video and blog post.
