Washington, Feb. 17 -- Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke issued the following press release:
Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) released the following statement:
"I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson, who served this country and his community proudly as an advocate and change agent for civil rights, justice, and human dignity.
"Rev. Jackson dedicated his life to building a more just and equitable America. From his early work alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other civil rights leaders to founding the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, Rev. Jackson was monumental in pushing for equality and rights for the Black community. He ran historic presidential campaigns that expanded political participation for Black Amer...