Barack Obama credits Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. and his 'immense gifts' for creating racial progress in American politics

Barack Obama credits Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. and his 'immense gifts' for creating racial progress in American politics

March 6, 2026Updated: March 6, 2026

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CHICAGO (AP) — Barack Obama credits Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. and his 'immense gifts' for creating racial progress in American politics.

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