Rev. Jesse Jackson honored at Chicago celebration of life
The People's Celebration, allowed former presidents, family members, and more to honor the icon of the Civil Rights Movement.
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The People's Celebration, allowed former presidents, family members, and more to honor the icon of the Civil Rights Movement.
Thousands of members of the public attended the memorial for Rev. Jackson at House of Hope Friday, and a refrain they all shared comes from Jackson's most well-known poem: "I am somebody!"
Former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. delivered a passionate and intimate eulogy for his father, civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson, reflecting on what he believes is his real legacy in American culture.
Chicagoans who attended "The People's Celebration" at the House of Hope said it was a touching, moving, and inspiring tribute to Jesse Jackson that was a "great celebration of his life."
Thousands of people, from ordinary Chicagoans to former presidents, came to the House of Hope on Chicago's Far South Side Friday to celebrate the life and legacy of the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
Former President Bill Clinton said in his remarks, "I'm here more as a friend than a former president. He was my friend when I needed him."
Former President Joe Biden delivered remarks at Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral on Friday at House of Hope in Chicago, telling the crowd to take home with them Jackson's own central message: "Don't give up."
Former President Barack Obama, speaking at the funeral services for Rev. Jesse Jackson Friday afternoon, credited Jackson's presidential runs in the 1980s with setting the stage for other Black leaders, including his own successful 2009 presidency and re-election.
Former President Joe Biden delivered a eulogy at Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral at House of Hope, telling the crowd to take home with them Jackson's own central message: "Don't give up."
President Barack Obama delivered a eulogy for Rev. Jesse Jackson at his funeral at House of Hope in Chicago.
NBA star Isiah Thomas got choked up delivering his eulogy as he recalled Rev. Jesse Jackson's support for him and his family after his mother died.
Gov. Pritzker told mourners that, while Rev. Jesse Jackson "was an ambassador of hope for the oppressed, who met with kings and queens and presidents and dictators and clergy of all the great religions," in Chicago "he was our neighbor."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered remarks at Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral at House of Hope in Chicago Friday.
Full remarks delivered by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker at Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral at House of Hope in Chicago.
Rev. Jesse Jackson gave perhaps his most famous performance of his signature poem "I Am — Somebody" on Sesame Street in 1972.
As former presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and Joe Biden took their seats in the front row, Rev. James Meeks and Dr. Charles Jenkins led the crowd to recite Jackson's signature poem, "I Am Somebody."
Dorothy Tucker takes a look back at the news coverage of Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Ryan Baker speaks with his father on the influence Rev. Jesse Jackson had on him and his career. "I'm proud of the fact that I did get a chance to march with, we called him Jesse affectionately, Rev. Jackson," He said, "I got the chance to march with him to the Cook County Jail from the South Side of Chicago."
Rev. Jesse Jackson's supporters of all ages are lined up to pay their respects. Dorothy Tucker spoke with one of the youngest supporters who she said is witnessing history.
Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich said he spoke with Rev. Jesse Jackson after his family when he was released from prison.
Jesse Jackson Jr. arrived at House of Hope in Chicago for his father's public homegoing Friday.
Illinois Senator Dick Durbin reflects on the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson at his funeral at House of Hope in Chicago.
Dorthy Tucker spoke with a woman waiting in line who said she was introduced to Rainbow PUSH at age 11. "I grew up with Rev. Jesse Jackson," She said. "Rev. Jesse Jackson invited my entire family to the headquarters, we had our family reunion there.
The possibility of heavy rain and severe storms didn't deter thousands of people from lining up outside House of Hope to attend Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral.
Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot reflected on Rev. Jesse Jackson's "immeasurable" impact on Chicago outside his funeral at House of Hope Friday.
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Former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. delivered a passionate and intimate eulogy for his father, civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson, reflecting on what he believes is his real legacy in American culture.
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Former President Bill Clinton said in his remarks, "I'm here more as a friend than a former president. He was my friend when I needed him."
Former President Barack Obama, speaking at the funeral services for Rev. Jesse Jackson Friday afternoon, credited Jackson's presidential runs in the 1980s with setting the stage for other Black leaders, including his own successful 2009 presidency and re-election.
Gov. Pritzker told mourners that, while Rev. Jesse Jackson "was an ambassador of hope for the oppressed, who met with kings and queens and presidents and dictators and clergy of all the great religions," in Chicago "he was our neighbor."
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Thousands of members of the public attended the memorial for Rev. Jackson at House of Hope Friday, and a refrain they all shared comes from Jackson's most well-known poem: "I am somebody!"
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Chicagoans who attended "The People's Celebration" at the House of Hope said it was a touching, moving, and inspiring tribute to Jesse Jackson that was a "great celebration of his life."
The People's Celebration allowed former presidents, family members, and people from all over the world to honor the icon of the Civil Rights Movement.
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Sean Grayson, the former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy who shot and killed Sonya Massey, is seeking a reduction in his 20-year sentence for murder, but missed his scheduled court appearance on Friday.
There's no relief in sight for drivers at the pump as the war in Iran is directly driving up the cost of gas. Analysts expect more of the same unless something changes soon.
Former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. delivered a passionate and intimate eulogy for his father, civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson, reflecting on what he believes is his real legacy in American culture.
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