From the segregated South to the national stage of American politics Jesse Jackson was born into the hard lines of segregated America and grew into one of the most recognisable voices of the United States civil rights movement. For more than half a century, he stood at the centre of the country’s
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Faith Omoboye is a foreign affairs correspondent with background in History and International relations. Her work focuses on African politics, diplomacy, and global governance.

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