Learn about the "Grandmother of Juneteenth," Opal Lee with these five facts! You can find out more in SHE PERSISTED: OPAL LEE by Shelia P. Moses and Chelsea Clinton, illustrated by Alexandra Boiger and Gillian Flint. | Penguin Kids
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Learn about the "Grandmother of Juneteenth," Opal Lee with these five facts! You can find out more in SHE PERSISTED: OPAL LEE by Shelia P. Moses and Chelsea Clinton, illustrated by Alexandra Boiger and Gillian Flint. | Penguin Kids
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JUNETEENTH: Despite not being physically there, Opal Lee's presence was felt throughout the annual Walk For Freedom celebrating Juneteenth in Fort Worth. Read more: https://www.wfaa.com/article/life/holidays/juneteenth-walk-for-freedom-opal-lee-fort-worth/287-1de9f1cf-009f-41ae-83e5-4e34a3851942?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WFAA | WFAA
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Opal Lee, the woman who started the campaign that led to the creation of Juneteenth as a federal holiday was honored at Southern Methodist University on Saturday. #news #smu #juneteenth #texas
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A star-studded night celebrating freedom, progress and the trailblazers who led the way through conversations and performances by John Legend, Patti LaBelle, and Smokey Robinson. 'Grandmother of Juneteenth’, Ms. Opal Lee, also shares with CNN's Victor Blackwell how society got here and her hopes for the holiday. Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom and Legacy airs Wednesday, June 19 at 10p ET/PT on CNN, OWN and streaming on Max. | CNN
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Fight like HELL for what you believe in. My final words following a #Juneteenth special we aired honoring Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth. We cannot forget those who walked (literally and figuratively) so that we can run. Speaking of, I wouldn't be where I am right now in Dallas if it wasn't for women like Iola Johnson and Clarice Tinsley. They paved the way for every Black woman you see working on tv in North Texas. Thank you all! Let's never forget them and FIGHT LIKE HELL to continue
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Hundreds gathered in Fort Worth for the annual Juneteenth Walk to honor Opal Lee, who was absent for the first time. Her granddaughter, Dione Sims, led the walk and shared an emotional message about continuing Lee’s legacy. The event celebrated freedom, unity, and the impact of Lee’s lifelong advocacy. #Juneteenth #OpalLee #FortWorth #DioneSims #JuneteenthWalk | Fort Worth Star-Telegram
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#HBCUWeekNOW on Instagram: "👵🏾✊🏾 Meet Opal Lee—the Grandmother of Juneteenth! At 97 years young, this HBCU alum and fearless activist turned her dream into a national holiday. She walked miles across the country to bring attention to Juneteenth and fought tirelessly until it was federally recognized in 2021. Her legacy reminds us that no matter your age, your voice and vision can change the world. ❤️💚🖤 #Juneteenth #OpalLee #HBCULegacy #BlackHistory365 #FreedomFighter #BlackExcellence #Grand
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4U by Tia on Instagram: "At 89 years old, Opal Lee—known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth—walked 2.5 miles every day to represent the 2.5 years it took for news of emancipation to reach enslaved people in Texas. Her dedication helped make Juneteenth a national holiday in 2021. 🖤✊🏾 @therealopallee @tiamowry Let’s honor her legacy by continuing to walk in truth, freedom, and unity. #4UbyTia #Juneteenth #OpalLee #4UCommunity #BlackHistoryEveryday"
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Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth, made it her mission to make history – not erase it. We are a better nation because of her faith in freedom. #Juneteenth serves as a reminder of the work still ahead to achieve freedom for all, starting with the foundation of our democracy: our freedom to vote. For democracy to work, it must include us all. 📽️ : The White House | The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights
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At 89 years old, Opal Lee decided to walk from Fort Worth to Washington to help raise awareness for Juneteenth. Now, it's a national holiday and Lee is known as the "Grandmother of Juneteenth" – and she has no plans to slow down. https://cbsn.ws/3HrpII6 | CBS News
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