New York officially designates November 26 as Sojourner Truth Day.
Sojourner Truth, a remarkable individual who was born in Ulster County and managed to escape slavery in 1826 with her infant daughter, is set to be honored by the recently passed bill in the state Senate and Assembly.
Throughout her life, she dedicated her efforts to championing the cause of equality.
Truth is widely regarded as an American hero, whose unwavering bravery in the fight for justice serves as an enduring source of inspiration for countless generations of leaders.
