… been a driving force behind so many campaigns that have been about freedom and justice throughout his life. Reverend Jackson reminded us that the many fights for freedom are interconnected. He saw not only the interconnection, but the interdependence of the various struggles for justice and, and dignity on behalf of black Americans, Native and Asian Americans, Latino LGBTQ Americans and Americans with disabilities. That was Jesse's rainbow and he continued to grow it. He gave us the language, the rainbow to understand, as has been said, the beauty that comes after the storm … (05:57–06:15)
CLAIM
Asserts that Jesse Jackson recognized the interdependence of justice struggles for various marginalized groups.
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