Rev. Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon, dies age 84
February 17, 2026
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as posted by the channelCivil rights icon and two-time presidential candidate Rev. Jesse Jackson passed away on Tuesday morning at age 84, his family said in a statement.
ABC News’ Pierre Thomas has more on his life and legacy.
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