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Article: Watch: Obama, Biden and Clinton remember 'tenacious' Jesse Jackson

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Former U.S. presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and Bill Clinton, along with former vice-president Kamala Harris, attended the funeral of Reverend Jesse Jackson, honoring him as a passionate and tenacious civil rights activist. They credited him with helping pave the way for Barack Obama’s presidency. Jackson, a former presidential candidate, died on February 17.

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- Funeral and tributes for Reverend Jesse Jackson
- His legacy in the civil rights movement and impact on U.S. politics
- Reflections on the current political climate

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2026-03-06 23:26

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Watch: Obama, Biden and Clinton remember 'tenacious' Jesse Jackson
Former US presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Bill Clinton were among dozens of high-profile figures present at the Reverend Jesse Jackson's funeral service. The men remembered Jackson for his 'passion' and for paving the way for Obama's presidential run.
Former vice-president Kamala Harris also spoke at the service and noted the country's political climate.
Jackson, a lifelong civil rights activist and former presidential candidate, passed away on 17 February.