There was ‘a bridge called Jesse Jackson’ across decades of civil rights advocacy

Associated Press (AP) Social JusticeNews ReportEN 8 min read 100% complete by By  AARON MORRISON and SOPHIA TAREENFebruary 17, 2026 at 06:53 PM
There was ‘a bridge called Jesse Jackson’ across decades of civil rights advocacy

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The article highlights Rev. Jesse Jackson's extensive career as a civil rights advocate, spanning several decades. It showcases his involvement alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the 1960s, including a photo taken the day before King's assassination. The article also references Jackson's 1988 presidential campaign and his work with Operation PUSH, a Chicago-based organization focused on economic empowerment and social justice. Images accompanying the article depict Jackson at various points in his career, including appearances at the Democratic National Convention and community events. The article emphasizes Jackson's role as a prominent figure in the fight for civil rights and equality throughout his life.

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Civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his aide Rev. Jesse Jackson are seen in Chicago, Aug. 19, 1966.

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Democratic presidential hopeful Jesse Jackson with his wife, Jacqueline, salutes the cheering crowd at Operation Push in Chicago, March 10, 1988.

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Rev. Jesse Jackson waved as he stepped to the podium during the third day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, July 27, 2016.

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Rev. Jesse Jackson stepped forward as torchbearer to what was then a largely Southern civil rights struggle.

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