Opal Lee, known as the 'Grandmother of Juneteenth,' played a pivotal role in making Juneteenth a federal holiday. At 89, she walked from Texas to Washington, D.C., to advocate for the holiday. Her efforts were recognized by various public figures, including President Biden, who signed the legislation into law. Lee's dedication and resilience have been celebrated by many, including Texas Governor Greg Abbott and several members of Congress. Last March, she was honored at Wiley College during its 150th anniversary celebration. Her advocacy symbolizes the ongoing journey toward freedom and justice in the United States.
Last year, I had the opportunity to visit with Ms. Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth.” Her tireless advocacy to promote unity helped ensure Juneteenth won the recognition it deserved as a federal holiday. Thanks to Ms. Lee’s hard work, we celebrate Juneteenth nationwide. https://t.co/tt9RSyyVVI
My fellow North Texan, Opal Lee, fought for decades to make #Juneteenth a national holiday. President Biden was the one who finally made it law. Hear my thoughts on the Mother of Juneteenth and the particular significance of Juneteenth today on @SpectrumNews1TX. https://t.co/nCSDaoXMRI
Last March, I had the honor of meeting Opal Lee at Wiley College during its 150th anniversary celebration. Her dedication to making Juneteenth a national holiday is truly inspiring, reminding us of the importance of perseverance in achieving meaningful change! https://t.co/KXidUCMknB
Meet Opal Lee, the "grandmother of the movement" to make Juneteenth a federal holiday. https://t.co/Wxgxtxqn9v
Happy Juneteenth! Today I’m thinking of Opal Lee, who at 89 walked from Texas to D.C. to make Juneteenth a federal holiday. Her resilience embodies the spirit of today—honoring the journey toward freedom, recognizing those who fought for justice and those who continue the fight. https://t.co/bn0AFon1B2