Summary
Jesse Jackson significantly influenced Democratic politics by leveraging Southern Black voters to change party primary rules. His efforts helped reshape the allocation of political power and continue to affect national elections.
Key Facts
- Jesse Jackson passed away at the age of 84.
- He influenced Democratic primary rules by winning support from Southern Black voters.
- Jackson's work in Southern states helped increase political leverage in Democratic politics.
- He co-founded organizations like Operation Breadbasket and the Rainbow PUSH Coalition.
- Jackson ran for U.S. President in 1984 and 1988, highlighting the importance of Southern Black voters in primaries.
- His actions contributed to changes allowing candidates to compete more effectively in Democratic primaries.
- Stacey Abrams cited Jackson as a mentor and noted his understanding of Southern political dynamics.
