Watch: Obama, Biden and Clinton remember 'tenacious' Jesse Jackson

BBC News - WorldFiled 2026-03-06 · 23:26 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min

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Former presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and Bill Clinton attended the funeral service for Reverend Jesse Jackson, a lifelong civil rights activist and former presidential candidate who passed away on February 17th. The service, which also included remarks from Vice President Kamala Harris, honored Jackson's life and legacy. Obama, Biden, and Clinton spoke, remembering Jackson's passion and his role in paving the way for Obama's presidency. The high-profile event celebrated Jackson's contributions to civil rights and American politics. His impact on the political climate was also noted during the service.

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Jesse Jackson passed away on 17 February.

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Kamala Harris also spoke at the service and noted the country's political climate.

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Obama, Biden, and Clinton remembered Jackson for his 'passion'.

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Former US presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Bill Clinton attended Jesse Jackson's funeral service.

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Obama, Biden, and Clinton remembered Jackson for paving the way for Obama's presidential run.

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Former US presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Bill Clinton were among dozens of high-profile figures present at the Reverend Jesse Jackson's funeral service. The men remembered Jackson for his 'passion' and for paving the way for Obama's presidential run.Former vice-president Kamala Harris also spoke at the service and noted the country's political climate.Jackson, a lifelong civil rights activist and former presidential candidate, passed away on 17 February.

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