RIP Jesse Jackson

RIP. He had issues but he was one of the biggest leaders in the civil rights movement for black Americans.

Duvall and Jackson. Wonder who will be the third famous death?
 
I wasn't able to make it to the event, but Jackson once spoke at my undergraduate school (Washington & Lee). The College Republican group included almost every student. The Young Democrats had maybe 20 members. I remember thinking Jackson would be eaten alive. But to my surprise, Jesse impressed all in attendance. Hardcore Reaganites remarked, "He made some good points". Despite any of his personal failings, Jesse Jackson was an impressive orator and an important figure in an important movement.
 
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