Reverend Jesse Jackson, a prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement, passed away at the age of 84, leaving behind a legacy of campaigning for voting rights, his leadership in the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, and his impact on generations of freedom fighters.
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed emergency legislation banning local cooperation with ICE, ending 287(g) agreements on Feb. 17. Supporters say the move protects immigrants and upholds constitutional policing, while opponents warn it may limit jail cooperation.
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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 courageous civil rights leader who inspired millions. He registered millions to vote and challenged and changed Democratic Party politics.
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The San Bernardino County Museum is hosting the “Black Renaissance” exhibit until March 1, featuring the work of 12 Southern Californian artists and a book signing event with six Black authors on February 21, in collaboration with the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce.
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The California Commission on Aging has established the Cheryl Brown Gerontology Scholarship program at California State University, Sacramento, which offers up to $5,000 to eligible students from the Black Honors College and the Inland Empire Counties of San Bernardino and Riverside.
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