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Deb Haaland

Secretary Deb Haaland made history when she became the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary.

Kathryn Magnolia Johnson

NAACP field organizer from 1921 to 1924, YMCA worker and writer

Naomi Klein

Canadian author, professor, activist, and filmmaker

Abigail Fillmore

First Lady of of President Fillmore

Patty Murray

Patty Murray is the first woman senator from the state of Washington.

In 1967 Kenney co-founded The Latino Association, which initiated a volunteer program providing educational and childcare services to migrant children. This initiative evolved into the Washington Citizens for Migrant Affairs, now known as Inspire, which secured federal funding to establish childcare centers across Eastern Washington.

Rebecca Saldaña

Rebecca Saldaña is a prominent activist in the Pacific Northwest advocating for social change.

Ruby Chow

Ruby Chow was dubbed a “living legend” (Rhodes) for her 50-year career as a restaurateur, Chinese community pioneer, civic activist, public official, and a major bridge between Seattle’s Chinese community and the city at large.