Renowned civil rights leader and Baptist minister, Rev. Jesse Jackson, has died at the age of 84. His family announced his passing, describing him as a “servant leader” dedicated to the oppressed and voiceless worldwide .
Jackson, a protégé of Martin Luther King Jr., was a key figure in the American civil rights movement, advocating for equality, justice, and human rights. He founded Operation PUSH and the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, pushing for economic empowerment and social change.
A two-time Democratic presidential candidate, Jackson’s legacy extends beyond the US, with international efforts in diplomacy and humanitarian work. His family statement reads, “We shared him with the world, and in return, the world became part of our extended family.
