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Jesse Jackson, America and civil rights

How Jesse Jackson paved way for Barack Obama - and helped change US

Jesse Jackson, a key figure during the US civil rights movement of the 1960s, was known for being the first African-American to make the jump from activism to major-party presidential politics.

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How the Rev. Jesse Jackson Helped Popularize the Term 'African American'

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Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon and presidential candidate, dies at 84

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Reverend Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84

The Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and two-time presidential candidate who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after the revered leader's assassination, ...

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Celebration of life schedule announced for Rev. Jesse Jackson

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Children of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson honor his legacy as memorial services set for next week

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Memorial services for Rev. Jesse Jackson announced

Jackson will lie in repose at Rainbow PUSH on Wednesday, Feb. 25 and Thursday, Feb. 26.

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Reflecting on the life and legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson

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Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson dead at 84

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Barack Obama pays tribute to Jesse Jackson: 'He laid the foundation'

“Reverend Jackson also created opportunities for generations of African Americans and inspired countless more, including us,” Barack and Michelle Obama

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Barack Obama pays tribute to 'true giant' as Jesse Jackson dies aged 84

President Trump also remembers Jackson as a "force of nature" with "lots of personality, grit and street smarts".

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Barack Obama mourns Reverend Jesse Jackson in touching tribute

Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, a civil rights legend, passed away, mourning by leaders including Barack Obama, who honoured his lifelong service and legacy.

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From Edward Brooke to Barack Obama : African American political success, 1966-2008 / Dennis S. Nordin

Deracializing or racializing campaigns -- The DuBois-Washington debates in Congressional politics since 1928 -- Retaining white power with black mayors -- Defying all odds: African Americans winning statewide elections -- The political pinnacle: Barack ...

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This Day in History: Barack Obama first African-American to be nominated for US president

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - August 27, 2008. U.S. Senator Barack Obama becomes the first African-American to be nominated for president of the United States at the Democratic National Convention. Obama won the election that year defeating Republican John McCain.