Rev. Jesse Jackson, a leading figure in the U.S. civil rights movement and two-time presidential candidate, has died at the age of 84.
Jackson, who rose to prominence as a close ally of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., spent decades advocating racial justice, voting rights and economic equality, helping to mobilise millions and reshape American political participation through his historic presidential campaigns and the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition.
Tributes followed from across the political divide, with former U.S. President Donal Trump describing him as a “force of nature.” Remembered globally as a moral voice for justice and human dignity, Jackson leaves behind a legacy rooted in faith, activism and the enduring belief that collective action can drive social change.
Jackson’s family described him as a servant leader whose mission was rooted in faith, hope and collective action. As the nation reflects on his life and legacy, many say his message that progress is possible when people organise and speak out will continue to resonate for generations to come.
