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Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, a civil rights activist was the founder of the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, the product of a merger of civil rights organizations in which Jackson was involved. Based on Chicago's South Side, Rainbow/PUSH helps to finance Jackson's progressive social movement, including marches and residents' discrimination and housing complaints. In 1971, Jackson founded Operation PUSH (People United to Save Humanity) in Chicago to expand opportunities for the black population. In 1984, he founded the National Rainbow Coalition, a social justice organization based in Washington. The groups merged in 1996, with headquarters at 930 E. 50th St. Jackson twice ran for the Democratic presidentia...
Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, a civil rights activist was the founder of the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, the product of a merger of civil rights organizations in which Jackson was involved. Based on Chicago's South Side, Rainbow/PUSH helps to finance Jackson's progressive social movement, including marches and residents' discrimination and housing complaints. In 1971, Jackson founded Operation PUSH (People United to Save Humanity) in Chicago to expand opportunities for the black population. In 1984, he founded the National Rainbow Coalition, a social justice organization based in Washington. The groups merged in 1996, with headquarters at 930 E. 50th St. Jackson twice ran for the Democratic presidential nomination-in 1984 and 1988-raising the nation's political debate about economic and social justice for minorities and the disaffected. His son, Rep. Jesse L. Jackson Jr., represents the 2nd Congressional District of Illinois.
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New Details Show Trayvon Martin Fought With Shooter Before He Was Killed
PIX11.com | @jamesfordtvNew details in the Trayvon Martin case indicate that the teen fought with George Zimmerman before the neighborhood watch captain shot and killed Martin. It may add credence to Zimmerman's claim that he was acting in self defense, while other new...Tags: Trayvon Martin, Shootings, Safety of Citizens, Miami-Dade County, CNN (tv network)
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Prosecutor Rips Martin Family's Account
By CNN Wire StaffAn "outraged" Florida prosecutor fired back on Monday at the family of Trayvon Martin, describing as "outright lies" their account that he and a local police chief met and decided not to follow a detective's advice and arrest the teenager's killer....Tags: Interior Policy, ABC (tv network), Prosecution, Trials, Shootings
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Life Of Whitney Houston Celebrated At Newark Funeral
Family, friends and fellow stars remembered Whitney Houston's voice, love and -- most of all -- faith at her homegoing service Saturday at the New Jersey church in which she grew up.
A "who's who" of musical performers adapted lyrics in tribute to...Tags: Whitney Houston, Kevin Costner, Entertainment, R. Kelly, T.D. Jakes
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Rev. Jesse Jackson On Politics, Wall Street Project
PIX11.comRev. Jesse Jackson stopped by the studio to talk politics, including the GOP presidential nominees and President Barack Obama's re-election campaign. He also stopped by to talk about the the 15th Annual Wall Street Project Economic Summit. Thesummit will...Tags: Republican Party, Barack Obama
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Newark Church Where Whitney Houston Sang As A Child Mourns Her Death
The Newark church where the late Whitney Houston sang as a child mourned her untimely death Sunday.
Parishioners gathered at the New Hope Baptist Church for regular Sunday services but the morning was overcome by grieving as well as remembering the...Tags: Whitney Houston, Religion and Belief
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Whitney Houston: Jersey's Girl
Staff ReporterWhitney Houston was a Jersey girl who found her voice in the choir at the New Hope Baptist Church. And anyone who heard her, knew her glorious sound would travel well beyond the walls of their church. "I was always in awe of her listening to her sing,...Tags: Whitney Houston, Religion and Belief
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Residents' Complaints About Wall St. Protesters Try To Get Resolved
PIX11.comSince New York has a reputation for welcoming its newcomers, the hundreds of protesters camped out Downtown for a month are arguably new residents of that neighborhood. However, some of the actual residents aren't completely convinced that the newcomers...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Occupy Wall Street, New York City, Mergers, Acquisitions and Takeovers, Downtown (Brooklyn, New York)
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FDNY Concerned About Gas-Powered Generators At Occupy Wall Street Protest
PIX11.comSafety concerns are now hanging over Occupy Wall Street protesters. Over the last week both the number of protesters sleeping in the park and tents have grown. Just a week ago, witnesses say the Reverand Jesse Jackson linked arms with protesters to...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Occupy Wall Street, New York City Police Department, Demonstration, Fire Department of New York
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Martin Luther King Assassination 43 Years Later -- I Was There
wpix.comAs a broadcast journalist for more than four decades, I have covered thousands of stories and have been an eyewitness to history. Some events have faded from my memory bank with time while others remain seared and everlasting, like that night in April, 43...Tags: CBS Corp., Mississippi, Punishment, Labor Legislation, Arts and Culture
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Fmr. Manhattan Borough Pres. Percy Sutton Dies
Percy Sutton, the pioneering civil rights attorney who represented Malcolm X before launching successful careers as a political power broker and media mogul, has died. He was 89.
Marissa Shorenstein, a spokeswoman for Gov. David Paterson, confirmed...Tags: Democratic National Conventions, Entertainment, New York City, Elections, Politics
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Jackson's Family Seeks Second Autopsy
Michael Jackson's family is reportedly seeking a second autopsy report through a private expert, this as relatives become increasingly frustrated and angry over what they see as a lack of information regarding the pop star's sudden death.
The Rev....Tags: University of California, Los Angeles, Hospitals and Clinics, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Police Department, Drugs and Medicines
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Michael Jackson Hailed During Emotional Memorial Service
Staff reporterMusic legends, sports figures, and civil rights leaders paid tribute to Michael Jackson today during an emotional, song-filled service at Staples Center that was part polished entertainment, part revival meeting. Jackson was praised as a music pioneer...Tags: Michael Jackson Memorial Service (2009), Entertainment, Queen Latifah, Trey Lorenz, Berry Gordy
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