Jesse Jackson obituary

February 17, 2026 at 05:04AM

Jesse Jackson obituary

Jesse Jackson, the U.S. civil rights leader whose work bridged Black church activism in the Deep South with national politics, has died. Across decades, he built a political and philanthropic network, led marches, and influenced presidents while championing economic justice, health care, and education. His legacy includes shaping modern civil rights advocacy and inspiring generations of activists and public officials.