RIP Jesse Jackson

[RamFan503]

I know I'm going out on a limb here but I am going to trust most of you to mind your Ps and Qs. Please be respectful regardless of your point of view of the man and/or his legacy. But he was a huge figure in my lifetime and I feel his passing warrants a thread in his honor.

That said, RIP Reverand.

Jesse Jackson - long time civil rights leader and advocate - Rev. Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader, founder of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, and two-time presidential candidate, passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 84. His family confirmed that he died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. It was reported that Rev Jackson suffered from PSP and Parkinsons Disease.

Again - Pay your respects or move on. This is NOT a forum to express your political or religious views. I will be monitoring this thread.

 

[duanevalle22]

My pops loved that fella, MLK and Jackie Robinson. He referred to them as true men of courage.

Thanks for posting this RF503

 

[RhodyRams]

R.I.P. Mr. Jackson

 

[FaulkSF]

The Rev started his career with the great mindset as a proponent for civil rights. I wish for that piece of his legacy to rest in peace.

 

[CGI_Ram]

True story… I am sitting in an airport restaurant many years ago…

I think Atlanta but can’t remember for sure… I was near the outside edge of the restaurant butted up against the terminal walkway and Jesse Jackson walks by.

I did a double check but it was him. Small entourage by today’s standard.

RIP brother.

 

[Dodgersrf]

Rest Peacefully Jackson.

 

[dieterbrock]

I had the pleasure of meeting Rev Jesse Jackson way back in 1989 at the Kickoff Classic between Notre Dame and Virginia.
His son Yusef was a Linebacker for UVA and he sat a row in front of me at the game. An absolute gentleman.
RIP Jesse Jackson