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Rev. Jesse Jackson has died

Family of Rev. Jesse Jackson speaks in his memory; memorial and funeral plans announced

The family of civil rights icon the Rev. Jesse Jackson spoke publicly on Wednesday morning, just one day after he died peacefully surrounded by loved ones.

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When is Jesse Jackson's funeral? Here's what we know

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What was Rev. Jesse Jackson's cause of death? How civil rights activist died, MLK, wife, children

Yes, the Rev. Jesse Jackson died at his home surrounded by family on Feb. 17, 2026.

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Chicago funeral arrangements set for civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson

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From campaigns to boycotts, remembering Jesse Jackson's Cincinnati visits

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How the Rev. Jesse Jackson transformed American politics

She says Jackson’s impact on politics can be traced back to his 1984 and 1988 failed presidential bids.

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Key Quotes From the Rev. Jesse Jackson That Define His Politics and Legacy

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Jesse Jackson dies at 84

Rev. Jesse Jackson sought to unify nation, church around common ideas

An ordained Baptist minister, Rev. Jesse Jackson championed a campaign to unify faith groups around common social ills, Black faith leaders say.

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Mentee of Rev. Jesse Jackson reflects on his time spent with the civil rights icon

Standing outside Rainbow PUSH headquarters, Randle reflects on entering, knowing he won't see his role model anymore.

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Jesse Jackson’s 1988 presidential run inspired generations to carry his message

When the Rev. Jesse Jackson announced his second presidential bid in 1988 in Pittsburgh, he saw the campaign as a chance for the country to realize its highest ideals.

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SNL Fans Are Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson's 'Green Eggs & Ham' Sketch After His Death At 84

What a way to remember him.

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At City Council, Mayor Johnson pays tribute to Jesse Jackson, urges Chicago to honor him 'with action'

We can best honor Reverend Jackson by `keeping hope alive,’“ the mayor said before leading the Council in a moment of silence for Jackson and his grieving family.

How the Rev. Jesse Jackson helped popularize the term ‘African American’

The Rev. Jesse Jackson had popularized the term “African American" as a way to reclaim cultural identity. The protege of the Rev. Dr.

Examining the history of Rev. Jesse Jackson's Rainbow PUSH Coalition

About a year after Dr. King's death, Jackson established Operation PUSH, People United to Save Humanity. That later merged to become the Rainbow PUSH Coalition. It was a worldwide organization as Jackson was an international leader. But he was also a Chicagoan.