Honoring Billy Frank Jr.
Channel: Northwest Treaty Tribes
Date: 2021-02-01

Washington state legislators have proposed honoring the late tribal treaty rights warrior Billy Frank Jr. with a statue in the U.S. Capitol. 

The National Statuary Hall in the U.S. Capitol is home to two statues from each state. These statues celebrate prominent and influential citizens who shaped the state’s history. 

Many people have contributed to Washington’s history, but few have made as profound an impact in the face of adversity as Billy.

Throughout his life, Billy brought people together to find common solutions to protect salmon and other natural resources for the benefit of all Washingtonians. His story reminds us that pursuing a more just society creates a better society for everyone. He fought for justice through nonviolent and collective action.