Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson, whose activism shaped decades of social justice movements, died yesterday at 84, his family confirmed. Tributes are flooding in globally for the charismatic campaigner who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the 1960s.
Jackson became one of America's most recognizable voices for racial equality, expanding King's vision through his Rainbow PUSH Coalition and two historic presidential campaigns. 🌈 His work resonated far beyond U.S. borders, inspiring young activists worldwide to fight systemic inequality.
From Selma to Silicon Valley, Jackson challenged power structures while bridging divides between communities. Social media is trending with #KeepHopeAlive, referencing his famous mantra. 📢 Younger generations are sharing clips of his fiery speeches that still feel urgent in 2026.
President Biden called him "a moral compass who turned struggle into progress," while grassroots organizers praise his hands-on approach to voter registration and economic justice. As one TikTok tribute put it: "He taught us that justice is a relay race – now it's our turn." 🏃♂️💨
