___ Lee, activist who led the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday NYT Crossword Clue
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Updated Nov 16, 2024
___ Lee, activist who led the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday NYT Crossword Clue
Let’s find the answers to ___ Lee, activist who led the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday NYT for the November 16, 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle.
Hints
- Answer Contains 4 letters
- Start with O and end with L.
- Possible solutions are ODYL,ORAL,OPAL.
Answer
The answer to the ___ Lee, activist who led the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday NYT crossword clue is "OPAL."
The activist you're referring to is Opal Lee. She is widely known for her tireless efforts to advocate for Juneteenth to be recognized as a federal holiday. Lee, often referred to as the "Grandmother of Juneteenth," led the campaign for decades and was instrumental in raising awareness of the historical significance of Juneteenth, which marks the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Her activism helped garner support for the bill that ultimately made Juneteenth a national holiday in 2021.
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