ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF REV. JESSE JACKSON

ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF REV. JESSE JACKSON

February 17, 2026

Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued a statement on recent passing of civil rights activist, Rev. Jesse Jackson.

"Rev. Jackson had an impact on my life since I was a young boy, growing up a block away from PUSH headquarters. The words 'I am somebody!' resonated with me, giving hope of what I may one day achieve by way of service to others. As I raised my kids a block away from the PUSH headquarters, I brought them to PUSH when they were young to hear the same words. He was always a strong advocate for Haiti and challenged me to be the same. He never hesitated to call to challenge me, unapologetically, to do better in my service to others. I am a better public servant because of Rev. Jesse Jackson. Rest, Reverend; you have earned your peace."