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Rev. Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Giant and Global Activist, Dies at 84

The longtime preacher, organizer, and political trailblazer leaves behind a six-decade legacy of moral courage, movement-building, and unwavering demand for justice.
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Keep Hope Alive: The Most Powerful Rev. Jesse Jackson Quotes That Still Move Us

From affirmations of achievement to hard truths about race and justice, the civil rights leader’s most unforgettable words remain urgent and deeply relevant today.
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Rep. Jonathan Jackson Shares Final Moments With Father Rev. Jesse Jackson Before His Death at 84

The Illinois congressman describes holding his father’s hand during his final hours, reflecting on family, faith, and the civil rights leader’s lasting influence.
02/17/2026

4 Essential Reads By Rev. Jesse Jackson

He broke barriers, inspired movements, and gave a voice to the unheard for over 50 years. These books continue to move us while carrying his life’s mission forward.
02/17/2026

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When the Pulpit Met the Prize Ring: Jesse Jackson and Muhammad Ali’s Shared Fight

The civil rights leader and the boxing legend forged a bond rooted in faith, courage, and a refusal to separate fame from principle.
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‘He Kept the Dream Alive’: Social Media Reacts to Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Death

Tributes poured in from movement elders, elected leaders, and family as the nation remembers a complicated, consequential life.
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