Civil Rights Icon Rev. Jesse Jackson Stabilized, Breathing on His Own After Hospitalization
The 84-year-old civil rights leader, a protégé of Martin Luther King Jr., has made a significant recovery after being hospitalized last week due to complications from progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a neurological condition that affects movement and balance. Contrary to reports suggesting he was on life support, Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. is now breathing on his own and has stabilized, according to his family's statement.
The former presidential candidate, who founded Rainbow PUSH in the early 1970s, took to action despite his health issues, instructing his son Yusef Jackson to mobilize 2,000 churches across the country to prepare 2,000 baskets of food for those struggling with malnutrition during the holiday season. This extraordinary display of resilience and leadership underscores Rev. Jackson's enduring commitment to empowering marginalized communities.
PSP, often mistaken as Parkinson's disease due to its similar symptoms, can have a significant impact on daily life, affecting movement, balance, and eye movements. The family's statement sought to clarify reports that had been circulating, offering reassurance about the civil rights icon's condition and highlighting his ongoing dedication to social justice causes.
With Rev. Jackson's recovery marked by this remarkable act of mobilization, it is clear that his legacy as a champion for equality and human rights will continue to inspire generations to come.
The 84-year-old civil rights leader, a protégé of Martin Luther King Jr., has made a significant recovery after being hospitalized last week due to complications from progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a neurological condition that affects movement and balance. Contrary to reports suggesting he was on life support, Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. is now breathing on his own and has stabilized, according to his family's statement.
The former presidential candidate, who founded Rainbow PUSH in the early 1970s, took to action despite his health issues, instructing his son Yusef Jackson to mobilize 2,000 churches across the country to prepare 2,000 baskets of food for those struggling with malnutrition during the holiday season. This extraordinary display of resilience and leadership underscores Rev. Jackson's enduring commitment to empowering marginalized communities.
PSP, often mistaken as Parkinson's disease due to its similar symptoms, can have a significant impact on daily life, affecting movement, balance, and eye movements. The family's statement sought to clarify reports that had been circulating, offering reassurance about the civil rights icon's condition and highlighting his ongoing dedication to social justice causes.
With Rev. Jackson's recovery marked by this remarkable act of mobilization, it is clear that his legacy as a champion for equality and human rights will continue to inspire generations to come.
so its good to hear rev jackson stabilized but 2000 churches mobilizing food baskets? sounds like an awfully big ask for someone who's supposedly "breathing on their own"... where's the source on that claim tho 
. And what about the whole life support thing? I bet that was just a PR stunt to get people to forget about his condition for a hot second 
. And have you noticed how this comes at the exact same time as the holiday season? Malnutrition awareness campaigns are always perfect timing, don't you think? 
! I mean, 84 is old but he's still rocking! Interesting how PSP can affect you like that though 
. He's been through so much, from MLK's protégé to being on life support...and now he's mobilizing 2k churches? That's what I call determination 
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. I try to read about Rev Jesse Jackson's recovery, and the forum starts lagging. And don't even get me started on the comments section – it's all spam with weird links 
. Anyway, back to Rev Jackson... what a legend! 84 and still fighting for social justice is amazing, but can we please talk about his health issues without sensationalizing them? All that PSP stuff sounds super tough. Anyways, I'm just glad he's recovering and keeping the spirit of civil rights alive 
! i'm so hyped 2 see him back on his feet & keepin it real for marginalized communities 
...I mean, breathing on his own now 
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. He's still the leader we need in this country - a true champion for equality and human rights 
. We'll keep cheering him on from here!
. I'm not surprised he's still mobilizing, even with all the rumors and false reports going around - that's Rev. Jackson for you! 
. His legacy will definitely live on through the many people he's inspired over the years 
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. His mobilization effort for food baskets is a shining example of community power & love 
he's literally still going strong at 84! I'm living for the fact that he's not giving up on his cause, even with PSP throwing him some curveballs 
! 84 and still pushing for change? Mind-blowing! 
. Seriously though, Rev. Jackson's a true legend and his recovery is a huge deal. PSP might be tough, but this dude's spirit is still strong 
what's even more remarkable is that he's getting others involved too by mobilizing 2000 churches across the country to help those struggling with malnutrition during the holiday season that's just incredible