US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has died at the age of 84.
In a statement, his family described him as a “servant leader” who dedicated his life not only to his family, but to the oppressed, the voiceless, and the overlooked.
Jackson rose to prominence during the 1960s civil rights movement, working closely alongside Martin Luther King Jr.. King’s daughter has remembered Jackson as a gifted negotiator and tireless advocate for justice.
Former US President Barack Obama paid tribute, calling Jackson a true giant, and saying he stood on his shoulders on the path to becoming America’s first Black president.
Current US President Donald Trump also acknowledged Jackson’s legacy, describing him as a force of nature with personality, grit, and street smarts.
Jesse Jackson leaves behind a lasting legacy in the fight for civil rights and social justice in the United States.
