Civil Rights Leader Rev. Jesse Jackson Dies at 84
Rev. Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader and two-time U.S. presidential candidate, died at the age of 84. His family announced his passing on February 17, 2026. Jackson was widely recognized for his leadership in the civil rights movement and his efforts to promote social justice in the United States. He was based in Chicago, where he conducted much of his work. His death marks the loss of a significant figure in American civil rights history.
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Jesse Jackson
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