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Political and religious leaders celebrate Jesse Jackson's life at 'homegoing' service

NPR | By Cheryl Corley,
Jason DeRose
Published March 6, 2026 at 4:09 PM CST

A celebration of the life of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson will be held in Chicago Friday. Current and former elected officials, faith leaders, entertainers and more are expected to attend. A private funeral will be held Saturday.

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