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U.S. civil rights leader Jesse Jackson died at 84, prompting tributes and recognition for his role in advancing Black political power and mentoring generations.

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New York Times
Lessons for Democrats From Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow Populism

He spent his life trying to edify and repair our nation.

Lessons for Democrats From Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow Populism
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The Independent
How Jesse Jackson helped to make the term ‘African American’ mainstream

He saw it as a way to reflect the community’s heritage

How Jesse Jackson helped to make the term ‘African American’ mainstream
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The Sidney Morning Herald
US civil rights activist Jesse Jackson died at 84

US civil rights activist Reverend Jesse Jackson has died aged 84.

US civil rights activist Jesse Jackson died at 84
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The Guardian
Obama, Trump and Biden lead tributes to Jesse Jackson: ‘one of America’s greatest patriots’

Barack Obama, Joe Biden, Al Sharpton, Donald Trump and more react to death of the civil rights leader at the age of 84 Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader, dies aged 84 Jesse Jackson - a life in pictures Share your tributes and memories of Jesse Jackson Three Democratic former presidents led a wealth of tributes to Jesse Jackson , a “titan” of the civil rights movement and “one of America’s greatest patriots” who has died at the age of 84. Joe Biden said history would remember Jackson as “a man of God and of the people”, calling him in a social media post : “Determined and tenacious. Unafraid of the work to redeem the soul of our Nation. ” Continue reading. . .

Obama, Trump and Biden lead tributes to Jesse Jackson: ‘one of America’s greatest patriots’
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The Guardian
Jesse Jackson: tributes and reactions from Bernice King, Trump, Obamas, and Biden after civil rights leader’s death – latest updates

Follow latest updates as public figures praise civil rights leader who was a protege of Martin Luther King Jr and twice ran for Democratic presidential nomination Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader, dies aged 84 Jesse Jackson - a life in pictures US political leaders pay tribute to Jesse Jackson You can watch Jesse Jackson’s famous 1988 speech at the Democratic convention urging Americans to “keep hope alive” below. It quickly became an American political classic and was echoed in the “hope and change” slogan of Barack Obama’s historic 2008 presidential campaign. The civil rights campaigner, Al Sharpton , has paid tribute to his “mentor” Jesse Jackson, whom he worked closely with over the civil rights era. In a tribute posted to X , Sharpton wrote: My mentor, Rev. Jesse Jackson, has passed. I just prayed with his family by phone. He was a consequential and transformative leader who changed this nation and the world. He shaped public policy and changed laws. He kept the dream alive and taught young children from broken homes, like me, that we don’t have broken spirits. Continue reading. . .

Jesse Jackson: tributes and reactions from Bernice King, Trump, Obamas, and Biden after civil rights leader’s death – latest updates
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New York Times
Jesse Jackson’s Death Arrives at a Crucial Moment for Black Political Power

There are more Black senators than ever before, but a major Supreme Court ruling could reduce Black representation in the House.

Jesse Jackson’s Death Arrives at a Crucial Moment for Black Political Power
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Der Spiegel
Jesse Jackson dies: For hope, against despair - An obituary

Born to a 16-year-old mother and raised in the era of racial segregation, Jesse Jackson rose to become an icon of the US civil rights movement. Eventually, he helped pave the way for Barack Obama's presidential victory.

Jesse Jackson dies: For hope, against despair - An obituary
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The Guardian
Jesse Jackson was the living bridge between King and Obama

Jackson’s two presidential runs brought the civil rights movement into the heart of the Democratic party and opened doors for others to walk through Share your tributes and memories of Jesse Jackson He witnessed the assassination of Martin Luther King at the Lorraine motel in Memphis, Tennessee. Forty years later, he joined the jubilant crowd in Chicago’s Grant Park to greet Barack Obama ’s election victory and had tears streaming down his face. Jesse Jackson , who died on Tuesday at the age of 84, was hailed by Martin Luther King III and his wife Andrea King as “a living bridge between generations”. He was the most influential African American political voice between King and Obama. His two runs for the Democratic nomination created the imaginative space for a Black president. He was the architect of a “rainbow coalition” that shapes the Democratic party today. Continue reading. . .

Jesse Jackson was the living bridge between King and Obama
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New York Times
Jackson’s ‘Keep Hope Alive’ Speech in 1988 Was a Call for Social Justice and Unity

Though he didn’t win the Democratic nomination for president in either year, Jesse Jackson’s moving speeches at the conventions called on the party to care more about the marginalized.

Jackson’s ‘Keep Hope Alive’ Speech in 1988 Was a Call for Social Justice and Unity
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The Sidney Morning Herald
Seven pivotal moments in Jesse Jackson’s life

Once tipped as the man most likely to become America’s first black president, Jesse Jackson was an inspirational leader to millions in the US civil rights moment.

Seven pivotal moments in Jesse Jackson’s life
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The Guardian
Jesse Jackson: titan of US civil rights movement leaves legacy of hope - The Latest

The civil rights campaigner has died aged 84. Jackson was a protege of Martin Luther King Jr and ran twice for the Democratic presidential nomination. He remained a prominent figure in US politics for more than 50 years, championing the rights of Black, poor and working-class people with his ‘rainbow coalition’. Lucy Hough speaks to columnist and host of Over the top, Under the Radar podcast Carys Afoko. Continue reading. . .

Jesse Jackson: titan of US civil rights movement leaves legacy of hope - The Latest
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New York Times
Jesse Jackson’s Hometown Remembers Him as a ‘Superstar’

Mr. Jackson often spoke about Greenville, S. C. , in his speeches, returning home several times to fight for change - and for a slice of his favorite banana cream pie.

Jesse Jackson’s Hometown Remembers Him as a ‘Superstar’
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New York Times
Jesse Jackson Changed Chicago. And It Changed Him.

Mr. Jackson, who spent much of his life in the city, died at his home there on Tuesday. “He ushered in new politics in Chicago, ” one longtime organizer said.

Jesse Jackson Changed Chicago. And It Changed Him.
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The Wall Street Journal
Opinion | Jesse Jackson, 1941-2026

His life demonstrated the success of the civil-rights movement in opening political doors long closed to black Americans.

Opinion | Jesse Jackson, 1941-2026
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The Atlantic
Do Not Be Cynical About Jesse Jackson

He was never the caricature his critics wanted him to be.

Do Not Be Cynical About Jesse Jackson
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Der Spiegel
Late U.S. civil rights activist Jesse Jackson: A fighter for the powerless

Charismatic speaker, civil rights icon: In the United States, Jesse Jackson fought for decades for the equality of Black Americans. He did not become president—yet he moved many. Highlights from his life in the video.

Late U.S. civil rights activist Jesse Jackson: A fighter for the powerless
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To Vima
Jesse Jackson: Between Martin Luther King and Obama

The death of the renowned civil rights activist marks the natural retirement of an entire generation of civil rights activists.

Jesse Jackson: Between Martin Luther King and Obama
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La Repubblica
Death of Jesse Jackson, Warnock: "He inspired us; with him we understood that nothing is impossible"

The Georgia senator, pastor of the church where Martin Luther King Jr. preached, recalls the reverend's impact on a generation of Black Americans: "Without him Obama would not have become president, and I am a representative of a southern state."

Death of Jesse Jackson, Warnock: "He inspired us; with him we understood that nothing is impossible"
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La Repubblica
Jesse Jackson, the man who brought African Americans onto the U.S. political stage

From his early days with Martin Luther King Jr. to his presidential campaigns, he created the Rainbow Coalition that mobilized minorities who had long been ignored.

Jesse Jackson, the man who brought African Americans onto the U.S. political stage
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New York Times
To One Chicago Resident, Jesse Jackson Was Simply a Friendly Neighbor

At the Jackson home in Chicago, people paid quiet tributes to a man they said was groundbreaking but also ‘very grounded. ’

To One Chicago Resident, Jesse Jackson Was Simply a Friendly Neighbor
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