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In the spirit of Jesse Jackson, Obama and Sharpton urge new generation to keep the fight alive

Former President Barack Obama and the Rev. Al Sharpton honored Jesse Jackson at a memorial service, underscoring the civil rights leader’s enduring influence. Barack Obama warned of assaults on ...
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Rev. Al Sharpton speaks at Rev Jesse Jackson funeral: 'We didn't come this far to turn around now'

Rev. Al Sharpton speaks at Rev Jesse Jackson funeral: 'We didn't come this far to turn around now' Rev. Al Sharpton, civil rights activist and National Action Network founder, speaks during “The ...

From renter to owner, Sharpton locks in National Action Network’s Harlem foothold for the long haul

The Rev. Al Sharpton is putting final touches on a new Harlem headquarters for his National Action Network organization ...
ABC 7 Chicago

Rev. Jackson updates: Chicago says final goodbye to civil rights icon at Rainbow PUSH HQ

The final service for the late Rev. Jesse Jackson was one of love, laughter, tears and inspiration. Saturday's events were the culmination of days of homegoing services for the reverend who died Feb.
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Jesse Jackson Remembered As Bridge Builder, Civil Rights Crusader

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson was remembered for his mentorship, public service, courage and humanity in personal tributes shared immediately following news of the death of the ordained minister ...