News|Civil RightsUS civil rights leader Jesse Jackson dies aged 84The civil rights leader and US presidential hopeful ‘died peacefully’ on Tuesday, his family said.
## Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson Passes Away at 84
Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson Passes Away at 84
Reverend Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader in the United States, has died at the age of 84. His family confirmed that he passed away peacefully.
Jackson was a key figure in the civil rights movement and a close associate of Martin Luther King Jr. He was present at King's assassination in 1968. Jackson's commitment to justice, equality, and human rights has been recognized globally. He was instrumental in founding Operation PUSH and the National Rainbow Coalition, both of which aimed to improve economic, social, and political conditions for marginalized groups.
Jackson ran for the Democratic presidential nomination twice and delivered a notable speech at the Democratic National Convention. His leadership extended beyond domestic issues, as he served as a special envoy to Africa under President Bill Clinton and advocated for the end of apartheid in South Africa.
Reverend Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader in the United States, has died at the age of 84.
In 2017, Jackson was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Despite health challenges, he continued to advocate for various causes, including vaccine accessibility for Black Americans and the Black Lives Matter movement. He remained active in addressing social injustices until his passing.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.