Rev. Jesse Jackson, a symbol of Black politics and Black America, dies at 84

Rev. Jesse Jackson, a symbol of Black politics and Black America, dies at 84

Rev. Jesse Jackson, a towering figure in Black politics and civil rights, has died at 84. Known for decades of advocacy and his Chicago roots on the South Side, his passing marks the end of an era for the movement and White House–level political engagement. He remained a recognizable national symbol of Black leadership and social justice throughout his career.