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As leaders, we understand that change is rarely the result of a single moment. It is the culmination of strategic persistence, quiet resilience, and the courage to take bold action in alignment with our values. This Juneteenth, we look to the legacy of Dr. Opal Lee — not only as an activist, but a strategist who understood the power of narrative, coalition-building, and relentless focus. When institutional progress stalled, Dr. Lee did not wait for the landscape to shift. At 89, she stepped into the gap, designing a physical, narrative-driven campaign that mobilized 1.6 million signatures and culminated in a federal law. As we reflect on today, let us examine our own leadership. How are we using our influence, our platforms, and our seats at the table to champion equity and drive lasting change, for the leaders of the future?