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How Jesse Jackson’s ‘radically inclusive’ vision shaped the Democratic party we know today

The civil rights trailblazer imagined a future for America in which the marginalized became the center of US politics

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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

The Guardian - US

United States civil rights leader Jesse Jackson dies, aged 84

American civil rights leader Jesse Jackson died on Tuesday at the age of 84, according to a statement from his family. Jackson, who worked alongside Martin Luther King in the 1960s, was awarded the Légion d'honneur, France's highest order of merit, in 2021 in recognition of his lifetime of activism.

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President Donald Trump pays tribute to 'good man' Jesse Jackson - but alleges he 'could not stand' Barack Obama

President Donald Trump paid tribute to late civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson on his Truth Social platform - but accused him of disliking 44th President of the United States Barack Obama.

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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

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A historic force to be reckoned with, a giant to be mourned. Our panel pays tribute to the Rev Jesse Jackson

Civil rights leader, politician, campaigner; Jackson was a phenomenal orator, and a brilliant organiser. Writers reflect on his impact around the world

The Guardian - UK

Jesse Jackson was ‘direct connection to great civil rights era’, says Diane Abbott

MP leads UK tributes to African American campaigner, who has died aged 84

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Jesse Jackson obituary

One of the US’s most prominent civil rights leaders who was a protege of Martin Luther King and a presidential hopeful

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Jesse Jackson death latest: Trump praises civil rights hero’s ‘personality, grit, and street smarts’

Celebrated social activist and ally of Dr Martin Luther King praised as ‘transformative leader’ after passing away following recent health struggles

The Independent UK

In photos: Jesse Jackson's life, activism and politics

His career in activism and politics coincided with a national transformation in civil rights and inequality

Axios

‘I wasn’t ambitious until I was 60!’ Gary Wilmot on comedy, panto, musicals – and his Beckett-style new play

He left school at 15 and worked as a scaffolder. Then success on New Faces launched him to stardom – and he’s been a panto and musicals sensation ever since. So what made him write a comedy about two men waiting?

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Monks bring balm for America’s wounds as Washington cheers peace odyssey

Buddhist monks had walked 2,300 miles from Texas, braving snow and often barefoot – their arrival in the capital was greeted by thousands

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Groundbreaking director Reginald Hudlin: ‘It’s taken a lot of effort but the reward is always worth it’

The man who created House Party, wrote for the Black Panther comics, produced Django Unchained and briefly ran BET talks his illustrious career

The Guardian - US

Stephen Colbert on Trump’s first year back: ‘Today’s maniacal criminality distracts us from yesterday’s maniac crimes’

Late-night hosts discussed the first year of Trump’s second term and his release of private messages other world leaders

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The US political climate spurs efforts to reclaim the MLK holiday

As communities across the country prepare Monday to host parades, panels and service projects for the 40th anniversary of when the federal government officially began observing Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the current political climate has left some feeling more fraught than festive when it comes to how to honor…

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Trump Removes MLK Day From Free Park List, Adds His Birthday Instead - Newsom Fires Back

Trump administration cuts MLK Day from national park free entry days, adds Flag Day - his birthday. Newsom responds by opening 200 California parks.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: ‘I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of peace,’ says Trump amid Greenland threats

Donald Trump links Greenland seizure threats to Nobel snub in letter to Norway’s prime minister. Plus, unseen home video of Martin Luther King Jr

The Guardian - UK

The life of civil rights hero Claudette Colvin should teach us this: resistance is collective, and it never stops

Colvin, who died this week, made a stand on an Alabama bus nine months before Rosa Parks. When we met, her message about the struggle was clear, says professor of sociology Gary Younge

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Teacher banned after telling pupils Rosa Parks did not give up bus seat and Martin Luther King was a fraud

Patrick Lawler told year six pupils Rosa Parks ‘did not really exist’

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‘Martin Luther King Talking To Jay-Z?’ Kenan Thompson Had To Write His Own SNL Sketches At The Beginning (And It Did Not Go Well)

That's better than what I could come up with...

Evening Standard

George Clooney says it was ‘mistake’ to replace Biden with Harris in US election

The Democrat also said he is ‘saddened’ by the ‘real attack’ on US institutions that ‘hold truth to power’.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s dark in the US right now. But I turn on a light, you know?’: Mavis Staples on Prince, Martin Luther King and her 75-year singing career

As she releases a new album, the soul and gospel legend answers your questions on Stax Records, duetting with David Byrne, and the fight for civil rights

Tom’s Guide

OpenAI tightens guardrails around celebrity deepfakes after pressure from Bryan Cranston & SAG-AFTRA — here's everything you need to know

Sora 2 is facing increased copyright concerns over the use of deepfakes about celebrities.

Creative Bloq

Sora's MLK deepfakes plunge OpenAI's social media ambitions into chaos

This is what it calls "launching responsibly"?

International Business Times UK

After Martin Luther King Jr Deepfakes, Experts Ask: Who's Safe from AI Resurrection?

After OpenAI paused AI videos of Martin Luther King Jr, experts warn of a new ethical divide: only the famous can control their digital afterlives, leaving others vulnerable to AI "resurrection."

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