Meet Ms. Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Juneteenth. Pivotal in making the day a national holiday, we join her to find out how her life has changed after coming into the spotlight. Then, we sit down with Rep. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins. She explains the changes she’s seen over the years and the fight for freedom that continues to this day.
The grandmother and history of Juneteenth
PUBLISHED 2:53 PM CDT Jun. 19, 2022