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Opal Lee
Civil rights activist
Opal Lee is a civil rights activist who has been a leading figure in the Juneteenth movement. She has worked to raise awareness about the importance of this holiday and has advocated for its recognition as a federal holiday. Dr. Lee has received numerous awards for her work, including the NAACP's Spingarn Medal.
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Exploring Juneteenth and the history and culture of Black TexansTexas StandardJun 19, 202649:28Host5 Good Things: 5-Year-Old Becomes Youngest to Get a Bionic ArmCNN 5 ThingsJun 22, 202412:07GuestKerry Max Cook, former Texas death row inmate, officially exonerated of 1977 murder ... and more newsThe Dallas Morning NewsJun 20, 20246:14GuestJune MonologueKeeping It Real with Dr. AnitaJun 3, 20239:17Guest