Remembering Reverend Jesse Jackson: A Legacy of Faith, Fight, and Freedom
CHICAGO (WLS) — ABC7 Chicago’s special, Faith. Fight. Freedom: The Legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, explores the lasting impact of the late civil rights icon on the world.
As of 2026, many of the giants from the Civil Rights movement have passed on—figures such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., John Lewis, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Rosa Parks, to name just a few. Now, Chicago and the world are saying goodbye to another monumental figure: Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., one of the last living fathers of the movement.
Reverend Jackson passed away on February 17 after a battle with health issues. ABC7 is honoring his legacy by remembering how he inspired and impacted millions through both his powerful words and unwavering actions.
An hour-long special dedicated to Reverend Jackson will air on ABC7 this Saturday from 6 to 7 p.m.
ABC7 Chicago is also now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch and witness the stories of courage and change that shaped history.
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