Opal Lee, also known as "Grandma Opal," is a noted activist and advocate for the recognition of Juneteenth as a federal holiday. Born in Marshall, Texas, in 1926, Lee has spent decades tirelessly advocating for the recognition of one of the most significant events in American history - the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.
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