The year in review: Influential people who have died in 2026 Civil rights leader the Rev. Jesse L The Independent UK · Mar 3
The Latest: Reaction is pouring in to the death of the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Reaction is pouring in over the death of the Rev. Jesse L The Independent UK · Feb 17
Reactions to the death of the Rev. Jesse Jackson Eulogies are pouring in after the death of the Rev. Jesse L The Independent UK · Feb 17
The life of civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson in photos The protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr led a lifetime of crusades in the United States and abroad The Independent UK · Feb 17
How young Jesse Jackson ruffled feathers with his early crusades - and hit back at critics He assailed dirty lyrics in disco music, mediated local labor disputes and led boycotts of national corporations The Independent UK · Feb 17
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84 The Rev. Jesse L The Independent UK · Feb 17
Surprise! Rep. Jonathan Jackson star of TV spot for Maryland Senate candidate Getting out the Black vote is crucial for Maryland Democratic primary Senate candidate Rep. David Trone. Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 10, 2024
Freshman Jackson offers bill to boost USDA civil rights efforts - Roll Call Rep. Jonathan L. Jackson, the son of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, introduces legislation to address discrimination at USDA. Roll Call · Dec 4, 2023
IRS ignores law-breaking churches The IRS has largely abdicated its enforcement responsibilities as churches have become more brazen Salon · Oct 31, 2022
Rev. Jesse Jackson won’t slow down at 81: ‘It’s my sense of purpose’ Rev. Jesse L. Jackson turned 81 last week, and will celebrate at a birthday gala on Friday. Diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2017, he told the Chicago Sun-Times he has no intention of taking it easy. Right now, his focus is on registering voters for the upcoming election. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 14, 2022
When it comes to Black politics, the changing of the guard can feel like a betrayal The 1st Congressional District primary to replace the retiring U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush, D-Illinois had 17 challengers, while one strong opponent was trying to upend the legendary U.S. Rep. Danny K. Davis. Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 29, 2022