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From Civil Rights to Colorado Classrooms: The Enduring Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson

Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., civil rights leader and founder of the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, died at 84 after six decades of activism spanning civil rights, economic justice, corporate accountability, and international diplomacy. From marching with Dr. King to advocating for the Jena Six and influencing generations of leaders—including President Barack Obama—Jackson’s legacy reached into Colorado classrooms and boardrooms alike, shaping movements for equality, empowerment, and global humanitarian action.

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From Civil Rights to Colorado Classrooms: The Enduring Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson

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