Reverend Jesse Jackson Quotes

6 quotes from 6 authors

Hear the voices that capture Reverend Jesse Jackson’s legacy in six brief excerpts, from early political break‑ins to today’s criticism. The quotes reveal his drive for social justice and the heated debates his presence sparks. For more depth, see Civil Rights Leaders, Political Activism, and American Politics pages.

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In 1984, I managed Walter Mondale's campaign for president. Mondale won the nomination after a bruising battle with Colorado Senator Gary Hart…

Bob Beckel

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When I used to work for Reverend Jesse Jackson he would say, "You've got to know the rules in order to break…

Leah D. Daughtry

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It has always been an irony to me that the 'religious right' has come under so much attack for being involved in…

Kay Coles James

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Following revelations that he fathered a love child, the good Reverend Jesse Jackson - or should we say the 'very' good Reverend…

Jon Stewart

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The United States, for its part, downgraded from low-level to complete withdrawal, much to the regret of other delegates such as the…

Mark Steyn

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I know Reverend Jesse Jackson is controversial, and not a popular figure with many, but he hired me in 1984. He gave…

Donna Brazile

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