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From the archives: Jesse Jackson secures release of Lt. Robert Goodman from Syria

Name: From the archives: Jesse Jackson secures release of Lt. Robert Goodman from Syria
Uploaded: 2026-02-17T07:08:00-0500
Duration: 11 min 30 s
Description: From January 4, 1984, the "CBS Evening News" reports on Jesse Jackson's successful effort to secure the release of Lt. Robert Goodman from Syria after a month in captivity.

From January 4, 1984, the "CBS Evening News" reports on Jesse Jackson's successful effort to secure the release of Lt. Robert Goodman from Syria after a month in captivity.