Jesse and Me
February 20, 2026
February 20, 2026
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Jesse and Me
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A Statement from Congresswoman Maxine Waters
The very Reverend Jesse Jackson, presidential candidate and civil rights leader, was not only my close friend and confidant, he was my longtime political ally and mentor. Rev. Jesse Jacskson was my idol and spiritual and political leader. He was a brilliant, gifted and courag . . .
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Jesse and Me
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A Statement from Congresswoman Maxine Waters
The very Reverend Jesse Jackson, presidential candidate and civil rights leader, was not only my close friend and confidant, he was my longtime political ally and mentor. Rev. Jesse Jacskson was my idol and spiritual and political leader. He was a brilliant, gifted and courag . . .