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Reverend Jesse Jackson talked to reporters about the nomination of Colin Powell to be Secretary of State and the need for opportunities for African-Americans.

Following a U.S. Supreme Court decision denying a recount of the vote in the presidential election in Florida, labor leaders and others held a rally to protest the election results. At issue…

Following oral arguments in the Supreme Court case of Bush v. Gore, Reverend Jesse Jackson spoke to reporters about his impressions of the arguments presented and questions asked.

The AFL-CIO held a rally in support of a ballot recount in the Florida election for president.

Participants spoke to reporters about voting irregularities in the Florida election, charges of racial discrimination in the elections, and the election contest. Following their remarks they…

Vice President Gore and labor officials spoke at an annual Labor Day rally. Among the issues they addressed were creating a living wage, improving health care for seniors and children, provi…

The Redeem the Dream March on Washington Against Police Brutality was held on the anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington. Participants addressed a variety of topics including racial pro…

After the conclusion of the national convention, the Democratic National Committee held a business meeting. DNC officers and others praised the success of the convention and talked about the…

Speakers talked about the Democratic Party’s diverse membership and about their commitment to social justice. They also talked about Vice President Gore’s record and his commitment to civil …

President Clinton awarded presidential medals of freedom to several citizens for their work in behalf of peace and democracy both in the U.S. and overseas.

Following the ceremony in which he was awarded the Medal of Freedom, Rev. Jesse Jackson answered questions from reporters outside of the White House. He commented on the selection of Senator…

The featured speakers, Governor Johnson and the Reverend Jackson, spoke about the failed war on drugs as well as the issue of diversity and inclusiveness. Others provided commentary an…

After a brief introduction by Mr. Mfume, Mr. Jackson spoke about racial matters and the state of the civil rights movements. Topics included the Confederate flag, economic injustice, p…

African-American leaders talked about the role of Affirmative Action in the business community. Among the issues they addressed were the ability of minority entrepreneurs to compete against …

Representative Jose Serrano (D-NY) and Reverend Jesse Jackson spoke to reporters about actions by federal marshals to take Elian Gonzalez from his Miami-based relatives to place him in the c…

Participants gathered at the Edmund Pettus Bridge, where in 1965 the civil rights movement gained national attention when white law enforcement officers used physical force to prevent voting…

The Jacksons talked about their book It’s About the Money: The Fourth Movement of the Freedom Symphony: How to Build Wealth, Get Access to Capital, and Achieve Your Financial Dreams, publi…

Reverend Jackson delivered a sermon honoring the life, career, and works of Martin Luther King. In it he spoke about the history and future of the civil rights movement.

Officials and business leaders talked about ways to build strong urban economies. Among the issues they addressed were community-based organizations and services designed to provide financia…

The panel talked about opportunities for economic advancement and development in minority communities and for women. They responded to questions from the audience. The Rainbow/Push Coalition…