Jesse Jackson
Civil Rights Leader

Jesse Jackson Net Worth

Jesse Jackson is an American civil rights activist and Baptist minister who was born on October 8, 1941 in Greenville, SC. He ran for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988, and served as a shadow U.S. Senator for the District of Columbia from 1991 to 1997. His work in the civil rights movement has been instrumental in advancing the cause of racial equality in the United States.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day October 8, 1941
Birth Place Greenville, SC
Age 82 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Libra

💰 Net worth: $10 million (2024)

Jesse Jackson, a renowned civil rights leader in South Carolina, is projected to have a net worth of $10 million by 2024. His tireless efforts and advocacy in the pursuit of equality and justice have earned him widespread recognition and respect. Throughout his illustrious career, Jesse Jackson has been at the forefront of various civil rights movements, fighting for the rights and dignity of marginalized communities. His commitment to social change and dedication to improving the lives of others have not only left an indelible impact on the civil rights movement but also contributed to his substantial financial success. Jesse Jackson continues to be an influential figure, using his wealth and platform to further the cause of equality and empower marginalized communities.

About

American civil rights Activist and Baptist minister who was a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988. He also served as a Shadow U.S. Senator for the District of Columbia from 1991 to 1997.

Before Fame

He attended a racially segregated high school as a student-athlete, demonstrating skill in baseball and football.

Trivia

He founded Rainbow/PUSH in 1971 and was heavily involved in the Southern Christian Leadership Conference during the 1960's.

Family Life

His son, former U.S. Representative for Illinois, Jesse Jackson Jr., was charged with corruption in 2012. He also has two other sons named Jonathan and Yusef as well as two daughters named Santita and Jacqueline with wife, Jacqueline Brown whom he married in 1962. He had his sixth child, Ashley, after an affair with Karin Stanford in 1999.

Associated With

He was with Martin Luther King Jr. when the famed leader was assassinated.

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About the author

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