City officials, faith leaders, and community members gathered Friday outside Oakland City Hall to celebrate the legacy of the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. and unveil a portrait in the civil rights leader’s memory.
Jackson was a prominent activist in the civil rights movement who died Feb. 17. He was 84. Apart from his activism, he also sought the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988 but was unsuccessful on both occasions.
Continue reading for free
Sign in to read this story and receive the weekly roundup in your inbox.
Success! Your account was created and you’re signed in.
Please visit My Account to manage your account.